Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in Apple Type Services (ATS) in Apple Mac OS X 10.5.8 and 10.6.x before 10.6.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long name of an embedded font in a document.
CVSS Score
6.8
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.5.8 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.5.8 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2010//Nov/msg00000.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4435PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1024723
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2010//Nov/msg00000.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4435PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1024723
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-1831?
CVE-2010-1831 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Buffer overflow in Apple Type Services (ATS) in Apple Mac OS X 10.5.8 and 10.6.x before 10.6.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long name of an embedded font in a document.
How severe is CVE-2010-1831?
CVE-2010-1831 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2010-1831?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os X Server.