Heap-based Buffer Overflow in Apple Mac OS X
CVE-2010-1801

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor

Apple
Status
Coregraphics
Mac Os X
Mac Os X Server
Vendor
CVE Published:
25 August 2010

What is CVE-2010-1801?

A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the CoreGraphics component of Apple Mac OS X versions 10.5.8 and 10.6.4. This flaw allows malicious actors to craft a specially designed PDF file which, when processed by the system, can lead to arbitrary code execution or result in an application crash, resulting in a denial of service. Proper security measures and patches are crucial to mitigate this threat.

References

http://securitytracker.com/id?1024359
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http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2010//A...
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http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4312
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Timeline

  • Vulnerability Reserved

  • Vulnerability published

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