CVE-2011-0223: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Jul 21 2011(Updated: )
WebKit, as used in Apple Safari before 5.0.6, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via a crafted web site, a different vulnerability than other WebKit CVEs listed in APPLE-SA-2011-07-20-1.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Mobile Safari | <=5.0.5 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =1.0 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =1.0-beta | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =1.0-beta2 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =1.0.0 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =1.0.0b1 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =1.0.0b2 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =1.0.1 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =1.0.2 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =1.0.3 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =1.0.3-85.8 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =1.0.3-85.8.1 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =1.1 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =1.1.0 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =1.1.1 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =1.2 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =1.2.0 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =1.2.1 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =1.2.2 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =1.2.3 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =1.2.4 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =1.2.5 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =1.3 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =1.3.0 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =1.3.1 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =1.3.2 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =1.3.2-312.5 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =1.3.2-312.6 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =2 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =2.0 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =2.0.0 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =2.0.1 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =2.0.2 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =2.0.3 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =2.0.3-417.8 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =2.0.3-417.9 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =2.0.3-417.9.2 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =2.0.3-417.9.3 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =2.0.4 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =3 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =3.0 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =3.0.0 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =3.0.0b | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =3.0.1 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =3.0.1b | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =3.0.2 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =3.0.2b | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =3.0.3 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =3.0.3b | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =3.0.4 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =3.0.4b | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =3.1.0 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =3.1.0b | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =3.1.1 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =3.1.2 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =3.2.0 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =3.2.1 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =3.2.2 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =4.1 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =4.1.1 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =4.1.2 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =5.0 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =5.0.1 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =5.0.2 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =5.0.3 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =5.0.4 | |
| Apple WebKit | ||
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5.8 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.6.8 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.6.9 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.7.0 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.5.8 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.6.8 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.6.9 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.7.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Vista | ||
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-0223?
CVE-2011-0223 has a high severity due to the potential for remote code execution and application crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2011-0223?
To fix CVE-2011-0223, upgrade your Apple Safari browser to version 5.0.6 or later.
What versions of Safari are affected by CVE-2011-0223?
CVE-2011-0223 affects Apple Safari versions prior to 5.0.6, including versions 1.x through 5.0.5.
Can CVE-2011-0223 cause a denial of service?
Yes, CVE-2011-0223 can lead to denial of service, resulting in memory corruption and application crashes.
What should users do if they cannot upgrade Safari due to compatibility issues?
If unable to upgrade, users should consider using alternative browsers or security measures until they can update to a safe version.
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