Vulnerability Description
readfilemap.c in expat before 2.1.0 allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (file descriptor consumption) via a large number of crafted XML files.
CVSS Score
4.3
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.11.0 |
| Libexpat Project | Libexpat | <= 2.0.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://expat.cvs.sourceforge.net/viewvc/expat/expat/xmlwf/readfilemap.c?r1=1.14&
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Dec/msg00005.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://sourceforge.net/projects/expat/files/expat/2.1.0/
- http://sourceforge.net/tracker/?func=detail&aid=2895533&group_id=10127&atid=1101
- http://trac.wxwidgets.org/ticket/11194
- http://trac.wxwidgets.org/ticket/11432
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/52379
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034344
- https://support.apple.com/HT205637Vendor Advisory
- http://expat.cvs.sourceforge.net/viewvc/expat/expat/xmlwf/readfilemap.c?r1=1.14&
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Dec/msg00005.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://sourceforge.net/projects/expat/files/expat/2.1.0/
- http://sourceforge.net/tracker/?func=detail&aid=2895533&group_id=10127&atid=1101
- http://trac.wxwidgets.org/ticket/11194
- http://trac.wxwidgets.org/ticket/11432
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-1147?
CVE-2012-1147 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). readfilemap.c in expat before 2.1.0 allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (file descriptor consumption) via a large number of crafted XML files.
How severe is CVE-2012-1147?
CVE-2012-1147 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-2012-1147?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X, Libexpat Project Libexpat.