Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in AppKit in Apple Mac OS X 10.6.x before 10.6.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a bidirectional text string with ellipsis truncation.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.6.0 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.6.0 |
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.securityfocus.com/bid/44803
- 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.securityfocus.com/bid/44803
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1024723
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-1842?
CVE-2010-1842 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in AppKit in Apple Mac OS X 10.6.x before 10.6.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a bidirectional text string with...
How severe is CVE-2010-1842?
CVE-2010-1842 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-2010-1842?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os X Server.