Vulnerability Description
Apple Mac OS X before 10.7.5 does not properly handle the bNbrPorts field of a USB hub descriptor, which allows physically proximate attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and system crash) by attaching a USB device.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.7.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | <= 10.7.4 |
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/78750
- 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/78750
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-3723?
CVE-2012-3723 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). Apple Mac OS X before 10.7.5 does not properly handle the bNbrPorts field of a USB hub descriptor, which allows physically proximate attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (m...
How severe is CVE-2012-3723?
CVE-2012-3723 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-3723?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os X Server.