Vulnerability Description
CFNetwork in Apple Safari before 5.0.6 on Windows does not properly handle an untrusted attribute of a system root certificate, which allows remote web servers to bypass intended SSL restrictions via a certificate signed by a blacklisted certification authority.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Cfnetwork | All versions |
| Apple | Safari | <= 5.0.5 |
| Microsoft | Windows 7 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Vista | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Xp | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2011//Jul/msg00002.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4808
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2011//Jul/msg00002.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4808
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-0214?
CVE-2011-0214 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). CFNetwork in Apple Safari before 5.0.6 on Windows does not properly handle an untrusted attribute of a system root certificate, which allows remote web servers to bypass intended SSL restrictions via ...
How severe is CVE-2011-0214?
CVE-2011-0214 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-0214?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Cfnetwork, Apple Safari, Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows Xp.