Vulnerability Description
Use-after-free vulnerability in CoreText in Apple Mac OS X before 10.7.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted embedded font in a document.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.7.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | <= 10.7.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Feb/msg00000.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5130Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Feb/msg00000.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5130Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-3449?
CVE-2011-3449 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Use-after-free vulnerability in CoreText in Apple Mac OS X before 10.7.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted embedded font ...
How severe is CVE-2011-3449?
CVE-2011-3449 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-3449?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os X Server.