CVE-2011-0204: Buffer Overflow
Published 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.
Affected Software
20 affected components
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 Mac OS X Server=10.5.8
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.6.3
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.6.6
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.6.4
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.6.7
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.6.5
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.6.1
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.6.2
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.6.0
Apple ImageIO
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Jun 24, 2011
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
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.
2
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.
3
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.
4
Which systems are affected by CVE-2011-0204?
CVE-2011-0204 affects Apple Mac OS X versions prior to 10.6.8.
5
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.