Vulnerability Description
CoreText in Apple Mac OS X 10.7.x before 10.7.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds write or read) via a crafted text glyph.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.7.0 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.7.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Sep/msg00004.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5501Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/78748
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Sep/msg00004.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5501Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/78748
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-3716?
CVE-2012-3716 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). CoreText in Apple Mac OS X 10.7.x before 10.7.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds write or read) via a crafted text glyph.
How severe is CVE-2012-3716?
CVE-2012-3716 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-3716?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os X Server.