Vulnerability Description
Apple Mac OS X does not properly warn the user before enabling additional Human Interface Device (HID) functionality over USB, which allows user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary programs via crafted USB data, as demonstrated by keyboard and mouse data sent by malware on a smartphone that the user connected to the computer.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://news.cnet.com/8301-27080_3-20028919-245.html
- http://www.blackhat.com/html/bh-dc-11/bh-dc-11-briefings.html#Stavrou
- http://www.cs.gmu.edu/~astavrou/publications.html
- http://news.cnet.com/8301-27080_3-20028919-245.html
- http://www.blackhat.com/html/bh-dc-11/bh-dc-11-briefings.html#Stavrou
- http://www.cs.gmu.edu/~astavrou/publications.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-0639?
CVE-2011-0639 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). Apple Mac OS X does not properly warn the user before enabling additional Human Interface Device (HID) functionality over USB, which allows user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary programs via cr...
How severe is CVE-2011-0639?
CVE-2011-0639 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-0639?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X.