CVE-2011-0204: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Jun 24 2011(Updated: )
Heap-based buffer overflow in ImageIO in Apple Mac OS X before 10.6.8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted TIFF image.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5.8 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.6.7 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.6.3 | |
| Apple ImageIO | ||
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.6.6 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.6.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.6.0 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.6.2 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.6.4 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.6.5 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.5.8 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.6.3 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.6.6 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.6.4 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.6.7 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.6.5 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.6.1 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.6.2 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.6.0 | |
| Apple ImageIO |
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Reference Links
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4723
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2011//Jun/msg00000.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4808
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2011//Jul/msg00002.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011//Oct/msg00000.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4981
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2011-07/0034.html
- http://osvdb.org/73368
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-0204?
CVE-2011-0204 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2011-0204?
To remediate CVE-2011-0204, update your Apple Mac OS X to version 10.6.8 or later.
What types of attacks can CVE-2011-0204 facilitate?
CVE-2011-0204 can enable attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service by crashing the application.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2011-0204?
CVE-2011-0204 affects Apple Mac OS X versions prior to 10.6.8.
What should I do if I cannot update my system against CVE-2011-0204?
If unable to update, avoid opening untrusted TIFF images to mitigate the risk of CVE-2011-0204.
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