Vulnerability Description
Integer signedness error in BOM in Apple Mac OS X before 10.5.6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the headers in a crafted CPIO archive, leading to a stack-based buffer overflow.
CVSS Score
9.3
HIGH
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.5.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | <= 10.5.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce//2008//Dec/msg00000.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33179Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3338Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32839
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32876
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1021399
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-350A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/3444
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce//2008//Dec/msg00000.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33179Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3338Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32839
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32876
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1021399
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-350A.htmlUS Government Resource
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-4217?
CVE-2008-4217 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Integer signedness error in BOM in Apple Mac OS X before 10.5.6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the headers in a crafted CPIO archive, leading to a stack-based buffer overflow.
How severe is CVE-2008-4217?
CVE-2008-4217 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-4217?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os X Server.