OSVDB ID: 35142 Title: Apple Mac OS X mDNSResponder UPnP Internet Gateway Device (IGD) Packet Remote Overflow |
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Description |
A buffer overflow exists in Mac OS X. The mDNSResponder fails to validate UPnP packets used by the Internet Gateway Daemon resulting in a buffer overflow. With a specially crafted request, a remote attacker can cause arbitrary code execution resulting in a loss of integrity. |
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Remote / Network Access
Attack Type: Input Manipulation Impact: Loss of Integrity Exploit: Exploit Unknown Disclosure: OSVDB Verified |
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Currently, there are no known workarounds or upgrades to correct this issue. However, Apple has released a patch to address this vulnerability. |
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