OSVDB ID: 40683 Title: Apple Mac OS X Networking Component AppleTalk Message Handling Local Overflow |
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A buffer overflow exists in Mac OS X. The Networking component fails to validate AppleTalk messages resulting in an arithmetic error which causes a heap overflow. With a specially crafted AppleTalk message, an 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 Solution: Upgrade Exploit: Exploit Private, Exploit Unknown Disclosure: Vendor Verified, Coordinated Disclosure |
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Upgrade to version 10.4.11 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds. |
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