Vulnerability Description
The cs_validate_page function in bsd/kern/ubc_subr.c in the xnu kernel 1228.0 and earlier in Apple Mac OS X 10.5.1 allows local users to cause a denial of service (failed assertion and system crash) via a crafted signed Mach-O binary that causes the hashes function to return NULL.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.5.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://digit-labs.org/files/exploits/xnu-superblob-dos.c
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2008//May/msg00001.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28048Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30430
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26840Exploit
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-150A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/4216
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1697
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/38997
- http://digit-labs.org/files/exploits/xnu-superblob-dos.c
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2008//May/msg00001.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28048Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30430
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26840Exploit
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-150A.htmlUS Government Resource
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-6359?
CVE-2007-6359 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). The cs_validate_page function in bsd/kern/ubc_subr.c in the xnu kernel 1228.0 and earlier in Apple Mac OS X 10.5.1 allows local users to cause a denial of service (failed assertion and system crash) v...
How severe is CVE-2007-6359?
CVE-2007-6359 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-6359?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X.