Vulnerability Description
The kernel in Apple iOS before 5 and Apple TV before 4.4 does not properly recover memory allocated for incomplete TCP connections, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (resource consumption) by making many connection attempts.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Apple Tv | 4.0 |
| 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/msg00002.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4999Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5001Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/50087
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/70530
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011//Oct/msg00001.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011//Oct/msg00002.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4999Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5001Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/50087
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/70530
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-3259?
CVE-2011-3259 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The kernel in Apple iOS before 5 and Apple TV before 4.4 does not properly recover memory allocated for incomplete TCP connections, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (resource...
How severe is CVE-2011-3259?
CVE-2011-3259 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-2011-3259?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Apple Tv, Apple Iphone Os.