Vulnerability Description
IOGraphics in Apple Mac OS X through 10.6.8 does not properly handle a locked-screen state in display sleep mode for an Apple Cinema Display, which allows physically proximate attackers to bypass the password requirement via unspecified vectors.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.6.8 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | <= 10.6.8 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011//Oct/msg00003.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5002Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/50085
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011//Oct/msg00003.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5002Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/50085
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-3214?
CVE-2011-3214 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). IOGraphics in Apple Mac OS X through 10.6.8 does not properly handle a locked-screen state in display sleep mode for an Apple Cinema Display, which allows physically proximate attackers to bypass the ...
How severe is CVE-2011-3214?
CVE-2011-3214 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-3214?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os X Server.