CVE-2011-2815: Buffer Overflow

Published Oct 12, 2011
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Updated

WebKit, as used in Apple iTunes before 10.5, allows man-in-the-middle attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via vectors related to iTunes Store browsing, a different vulnerability than other CVEs listed in APPLE-SA-2011-10-11-1.

Affected Software

59 affected components
Apple iTunes=6.0.2
Apple iTunes=4.7.2
Apple iTunes=7.0.2
Apple iTunes=7.4.1
Apple iTunes=7.3.2
Apple iTunes=10.0.1
Apple iTunes=7.4.0
Apple iTunes=6.0.0
Apple iTunes=5.0.0
Apple iTunes=10.0
Apple iTunes=7.4.2
Apple iTunes=10.1.1
Apple iTunes=9.2.1
Apple iTunes=10.1
Apple iTunes=7.1.1
Apple iTunes=4.0.1
Apple iTunes=10.3.1
Apple iTunes=4.0.0
Apple iTunes=10.4
Apple iTunes=8.0.0
Apple iTunes=7.6.1
Apple iTunes=6.0.5
Apple iTunes=9.2
Apple iTunes=9.0.0
Apple iTunes=4.5.0
Apple iTunes=4.7.0
Apple iTunes=7.7.0
Apple iTunes=9.1
Apple iTunes=4.9.0
Apple iTunes=9.0.3
Apple iTunes<=10.4.1
Apple iTunes=7.0.1
Apple iTunes=7.3.0
Apple iTunes=6.0.1
Apple iTunes=9.0.1
Apple iTunes=6.0.4
Apple iTunes=7.2.0
Apple iTunes=10.1.2
Apple iTunes=7.6.0
Apple iTunes=5.0.1
Apple iTunes=6.0.3
Apple iTunes=4.6.0
Apple iTunes=4.1.0
Apple iTunes=9.1.1
Apple iTunes=7.3.1
Apple iTunes=4.2.0
Apple iTunes=10.2
Apple iTunes=9.0.2
Apple iTunes=7.7.1
Apple iTunes=4.8.0
Apple iTunes=7.4.3
Apple iTunes=7.6.2
Apple iTunes=7.5.0
Apple iTunes=7.1.0
Apple WebKit
Apple iTunes=7.0.0
Apple iTunes=4.7.1
Apple iTunes=8.0.1
Apple iTunes=10.3

Event History

Oct 12, 2011
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2011-2815?

CVE-2011-2815 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution and denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2011-2815?

To fix CVE-2011-2815, you should upgrade to the latest version of Apple iTunes that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Which versions of Apple iTunes are affected by CVE-2011-2815?

CVE-2011-2815 affects multiple versions of Apple iTunes, including versions 4.7.2 up to 10.5.

4

What type of attack is facilitated by CVE-2011-2815?

CVE-2011-2815 allows man-in-the-middle attackers to exploit vulnerabilities while browsing the iTunes Store.

5

Can CVE-2011-2815 lead to data leakage?

Yes, CVE-2011-2815 can potentially lead to data leakage by allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code.

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