Vulnerability Description
libsecurity in Apple Mac OS X before 10.7.4 does not properly restrict the length of RSA keys within X.509 certificates, which makes it easier for remote attackers to defeat cryptographic protection mechanisms by conducting a spoofing or network-sniffing attack during communication with a site that uses a short key.
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/53462
- 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/53462
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-0655?
CVE-2012-0655 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM). libsecurity in Apple Mac OS X before 10.7.4 does not properly restrict the length of RSA keys within X.509 certificates, which makes it easier for remote attackers to defeat cryptographic protection m...
How severe is CVE-2012-0655?
CVE-2012-0655 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-0655?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os X Server.