Vulnerability Description
Format string vulnerability in PackageKit in Apple Mac OS X 10.6.x before 10.6.6 allows man-in-the-middle attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via vectors related to interaction between Software Update and distribution scripts.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
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/2011//Jan/msg00000.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://osvdb.org/70309
- http://secunia.com/advisories/42841Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4498PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1024938
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0050
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2011//Jan/msg00000.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://osvdb.org/70309
- http://secunia.com/advisories/42841Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4498PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1024938
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0050
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-4013?
CVE-2010-4013 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Format string vulnerability in PackageKit in Apple Mac OS X 10.6.x before 10.6.6 allows man-in-the-middle attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via vecto...
How severe is CVE-2010-4013?
CVE-2010-4013 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-2010-4013?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os X Server.