CVE-2011-3246: Infoleak
First published: Fri Oct 14 2011(Updated: )
CFNetwork in Apple iOS before 5.0.1 and Mac OS X 10.7 before 10.7.2 does not properly parse URLs, which allows remote attackers to trigger visits to unintended web sites, and transmission of cookies to unintended web sites, via a crafted (1) http or (2) https URL.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Mac OS X Server | =10.7.1 | |
| Apple Mac OS X Server | =10.7.0 | |
| macOS Yosemite | =10.7.0 | |
| macOS Yosemite | =10.7.1 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =4.0 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =4.3.2 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =4.0.2 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =4.0.1 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =3.2 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =4.2.8 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =4.1 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =3.1.2 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =4.3.5 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =3.1.3 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =4.3.1 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =4.2.5 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =3.2.1 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =3.1 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =4.3.5 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =3.1 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =3.2 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =4.3.5 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =4.2.1 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =3.0 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =4.0.1 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =4.3.3 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =4.0.1 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =4.0 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =3.1 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =4.0 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =4.3.0 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =3.2.1 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | =3.2.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011//Oct/msg00003.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011//Oct/msg00001.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5002
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4999
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011/Nov/msg00001.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5052
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/50115
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/50085
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5130
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Feb/msg00000.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/70551
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-3246?
CVE-2011-3246 has been rated as having moderate severity due to the potential for remote attackers to manipulate URL parsing.
How do I fix CVE-2011-3246?
To mitigate CVE-2011-3246, ensure your Apple iOS device or Mac OS X is updated to versions 5.0.1 or 10.7.2 or later, respectively.
What systems are affected by CVE-2011-3246?
CVE-2011-3246 affects Apple iOS versions prior to 5.0.1 and Mac OS X versions prior to 10.7.2.
What is the impact of CVE-2011-3246?
CVE-2011-3246 can lead to users being redirected to unintended websites and the transmission of cookies to malicious sites.
Can I be attacked if I am using a patched version regarding CVE-2011-3246?
If you are using a patched version of iOS or Mac OS X that addresses CVE-2011-3246, the vulnerability should not affect you.
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