What is the severity of CVE-2011-3446?

CVE-2011-3446 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to execute arbitrary code remotely.

How do I fix CVE-2011-3446?

To fix CVE-2011-3446, update your macOS to version 10.7.3 or later.

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2011-3446?

CVE-2011-3446 can lead to arbitrary code execution or denial of service through application crashes.

Which versions of macOS are affected by CVE-2011-3446?

CVE-2011-3446 affects macOS versions prior to 10.7.3.

Can CVE-2011-3446 be exploited by remote attackers?

Yes, CVE-2011-3446 can be exploited by remote attackers using specially crafted font files.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2011-3446

high

7.5

CWE

2/2/2012

3/10/2022

6/8/2024

CVE-2011-3446

First published: Thu Feb 02 2012(Updated: )

Apple Type Services (ATS) in Apple Mac OS X before 10.7.3 does not properly manage memory for data-font files, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted font that is accessed by Font Book.

Credit: product-security@apple.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Apple macOS Server	<=10.7.2
Apple macOS Server	=10.7.1
Apple macOS Server	=10.7.0
Apple iOS and macOS	=10.7.0
Apple iOS and macOS	<=10.7.2
Apple iOS and macOS	=10.7.1

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Reference Links

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5130

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2011-3446?
CVE-2011-3446 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to execute arbitrary code remotely.
How do I fix CVE-2011-3446?
To fix CVE-2011-3446, update your macOS to version 10.7.3 or later.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2011-3446?
CVE-2011-3446 can lead to arbitrary code execution or denial of service through application crashes.
Which versions of macOS are affected by CVE-2011-3446?
CVE-2011-3446 affects macOS versions prior to 10.7.3.
Can CVE-2011-3446 be exploited by remote attackers?
Yes, CVE-2011-3446 can be exploited by remote attackers using specially crafted font files.

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