Vulnerability Description
CFNetwork in Apple iOS before 5.0.1 and Mac OS X 10.7 before 10.7.2 does not properly parse URLs, which allows remote attackers to trigger visits to unintended web sites, and transmission of cookies to unintended web sites, via a crafted (1) http or (2) https URL.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.7.0 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.7.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 3.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011//Oct/msg00001.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011//Oct/msg00003.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011/Nov/msg00001.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Feb/msg00000.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4999Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5002Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5052
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5130
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/50085
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/50115
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/70551
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011//Oct/msg00001.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011//Oct/msg00003.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011/Nov/msg00001.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Feb/msg00000.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-3246?
CVE-2011-3246 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). CFNetwork in Apple iOS before 5.0.1 and Mac OS X 10.7 before 10.7.2 does not properly parse URLs, which allows remote attackers to trigger visits to unintended web sites, and transmission of cookies t...
How severe is CVE-2011-3246?
CVE-2011-3246 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-2011-3246?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os X Server, Apple Iphone Os.