Vulnerability Description
WebKit, as used in Apple Safari before 5.0.4 and iOS before 4.3, does not properly handle unspecified "cached resources," which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (resource unavailability) via a crafted web site that conducts a cache-poisoning attack.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Safari | <= 5.0.3 |
| Apple | Webkit | All versions |
| Apple | Iphone Os | <= 4.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2011//Mar/msg00003.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2011//Mar/msg00004.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4564Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4566Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1025182
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/66001
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2011//Mar/msg00003.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2011//Mar/msg00004.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4564Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4566Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1025182
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/66001
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-0163?
CVE-2011-0163 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). WebKit, as used in Apple Safari before 5.0.4 and iOS before 4.3, does not properly handle unspecified "cached resources," which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (resource unavailab...
How severe is CVE-2011-0163?
CVE-2011-0163 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-0163?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Safari, Apple Webkit, Apple Iphone Os.