CVE-2012-3698
First published: Thu Jul 26 2012(Updated: )
Apple Xcode before 4.4 does not properly compose a designated requirement (DR) during signing of programs that lack bundle identifiers, which allows remote attackers to read keychain entries via a crafted app, as demonstrated by the keychain entries of a (1) helper tool or (2) command-line tool.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Xcode | <=4.3.3 | |
| Apple Xcode | =1.5.0 | |
| Apple Xcode | =2.0.0 | |
| Apple Xcode | =2.1.0 | |
| Apple Xcode | =2.2.0 | |
| Apple Xcode | =2.3.0 | |
| Apple Xcode | =2.4.0 | |
| Apple Xcode | =2.4.1 | |
| Apple Xcode | =3.1 | |
| Apple Xcode | =3.1.1 | |
| Apple Xcode | =3.1.2 | |
| Apple Xcode | =3.1.3 | |
| Apple Xcode | =3.1.4 | |
| Apple Xcode | =3.2.1 | |
| Apple Xcode | =3.2.2 | |
| Apple Xcode | =3.2.3 | |
| Apple Xcode | =3.2.4 | |
| Apple Xcode | =3.2.5 | |
| Apple Xcode | =4.0 | |
| Apple Xcode | =4.0.1 | |
| Apple Xcode | =4.0.2 | |
| Apple Xcode | =4.1.1 | |
| Apple Xcode | =4.2 | |
| Apple Xcode | =4.2.1 | |
| Apple Xcode | =4.3 | |
| Apple Xcode | =4.3.1 | |
| Apple Xcode | =4.3.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-3698?
CVE-2012-3698 has a moderate severity level due to the potential for remote attackers to exploit it to read sensitive keychain entries.
How do I fix CVE-2012-3698?
To mitigate CVE-2012-3698, upgrade to Apple Xcode 4.4 or later, which includes the necessary patches.
What versions of Xcode are affected by CVE-2012-3698?
CVE-2012-3698 affects Apple Xcode versions prior to 4.4, including all versions from 1.5.0 to 4.3.2.
What is the impact of CVE-2012-3698 on keychain security?
CVE-2012-3698 allows attackers to potentially read sensitive keychain entries from applications lacking proper bundle identifiers.
Can CVE-2012-3698 be exploited without user interaction?
Yes, remote attackers can exploit CVE-2012-3698 through a crafted application without requiring user interaction.
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