CVE-2008-1573
UnknownEPSS 2.14%
Last modified
CVE-2008-1573 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The BMP and GIF image decoding engine in ImageIO in Apple Mac OS X before 10.5.3 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information (memory contents) via a crafted (1) BMP or (2) GIF image, which causes an out-of-bounds read.. EPSS estimates a 2.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The BMP and GIF image decoding engine in ImageIO in Apple Mac OS X before 10.5.3 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information (memory contents) via a crafted (1) BMP or (2) GIF image, which causes an out-of-bounds read.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.5.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.11 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.5.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | <= 10.5.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.4.11 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.5.1 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30430Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30775Vendor Advisory
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-150A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1697Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1882/referencesVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30430Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30775Vendor Advisory
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-150A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1697Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1882/referencesVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-1573?
The BMP and GIF image decoding engine in ImageIO in Apple Mac OS X before 10.5.3 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information (memory contents) via a crafted (1) BMP or (2) GIF image, which causes an out-of-bounds read.
How severe is CVE-2008-1573?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-1573 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1573?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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