Vulnerability Description
Integer underflow in Apple iOS before 5.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (device crash) via a crafted catalog file in an HFS disk image.
CVSS Score
9.3
HIGH
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 5.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Mar/msg00001.htmlMailing ListVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/May/msg00001.htmlMailing ListVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48288Third Party Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5281Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1026774Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Mar/msg00001.htmlMailing ListVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/May/msg00001.htmlMailing ListVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48288Third Party Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5281Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1026774Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-0642?
CVE-2012-0642 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Integer underflow in Apple iOS before 5.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (device crash) via a crafted catalog file in an HFS disk image.
How severe is CVE-2012-0642?
CVE-2012-0642 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-0642?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Iphone Os.