Vulnerability Description
The NSURL component in Apple Mac OS X 10.4 through 10.4.10 performs case-sensitive comparisons that allow attackers to bypass intended restrictions for local file system URLs.
CVSS Score
10.0
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3.9 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.3.9 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=307041
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2007/Nov/msg00002.htmlPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27643Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1018950
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26444
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-319A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/3868
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/38478
- http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=307041
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2007/Nov/msg00002.htmlPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27643Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1018950
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26444
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-319A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/3868
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-4691?
CVE-2007-4691 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). The NSURL component in Apple Mac OS X 10.4 through 10.4.10 performs case-sensitive comparisons that allow attackers to bypass intended restrictions for local file system URLs.
How severe is CVE-2007-4691?
CVE-2007-4691 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-4691?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os X Server.