Vulnerability Description
The Keychain implementation in Apple Mac OS X 10.6.8 and earlier does not properly handle an untrusted attribute of a Certification Authority certificate, which makes it easier for man-in-the-middle attackers to spoof arbitrary SSL servers via an Extended Validation certificate, as demonstrated by https access with Safari.
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/2012/Feb/msg00000.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5130
- http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9219669/Mac_OS_X_can_t_properly_revoke_do
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/49429
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1026002
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/69556
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Feb/msg00000.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5130
- http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9219669/Mac_OS_X_can_t_properly_revoke_do
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/49429
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1026002
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/69556
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-3422?
CVE-2011-3422 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The Keychain implementation in Apple Mac OS X 10.6.8 and earlier does not properly handle an untrusted attribute of a Certification Authority certificate, which makes it easier for man-in-the-middle a...
How severe is CVE-2011-3422?
CVE-2011-3422 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-3422?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os X Server.