Vulnerability Description
Launch Services in Apple Mac OS X before 10.5, when Open Safe Files is enabled, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a symlink attack, probably related to a race condition and automatic execution of a downloaded file.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.4.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2008//Jun/msg00002.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30802Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1020393
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2163Patch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30018
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1981/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/43495
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2008//Jun/msg00002.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30802Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1020393
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2163Patch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30018
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1981/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/43495
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-2311?
CVE-2008-2311 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.6 (HIGH). Launch Services in Apple Mac OS X before 10.5, when Open Safe Files is enabled, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a symlink attack, probably related to a race condition and automat...
How severe is CVE-2008-2311?
CVE-2008-2311 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-2311?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os X Server.