CVE-2008-4236
UnknownEPSS 1.89%
Last modified
CVE-2008-4236 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Apple Type Services (ATS) in Apple Mac OS X 10.5 before 10.5.6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a crafted embedded font in a PDF file.. EPSS estimates a 1.89% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Apple Type Services (ATS) in Apple Mac OS X 10.5 before 10.5.6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a crafted embedded font in a PDF file.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.5.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.5.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.5.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.5.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.5.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | <= 10.5.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.5.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.5.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.5.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.5.4 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33179Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3338Vendor Advisory
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-350A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33179Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3338Vendor Advisory
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-350A.htmlUS Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-4236?
Apple Type Services (ATS) in Apple Mac OS X 10.5 before 10.5.6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a crafted embedded font in a PDF file.
How severe is CVE-2008-4236?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-4236 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.89% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4236?
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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