Vulnerability Description
libsecurity in Apple Mac OS X before 10.7.4 accesses uninitialized memory locations during the processing of X.509 certificates, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted certificate.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.7.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | <= 10.7.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/May/msg00001.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5281Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/53445
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/53471
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/May/msg00001.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5281Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/53445
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/53471
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-0654?
CVE-2012-0654 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). libsecurity in Apple Mac OS X before 10.7.4 accesses uninitialized memory locations during the processing of X.509 certificates, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a deni...
How severe is CVE-2012-0654?
CVE-2012-0654 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-2012-0654?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os X Server.