CVE-2011-3224
UnknownEPSS 1.76%
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CVE-2011-3224 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The User Documentation component in Apple Mac OS X through 10.6.8 uses http sessions for updates to App Store help information, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to execute arbitrary code by spoofing the http server.. EPSS estimates a 1.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The User Documentation component in Apple Mac OS X through 10.6.8 uses http sessions for updates to App Store help information, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to execute arbitrary code by spoofing the http server.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.6.8 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.0 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.0.0 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.0.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.0.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.0.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.0.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.1.0 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.1.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.1.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.1.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.1.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.1.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.2.0 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.2.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.2.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.2.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.2.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.2.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.2.6 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.2.7 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.2.8 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3.0 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3.6 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3.7 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3.8 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3.9 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.0 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.6 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.7 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.8 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.9 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.10 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.11 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.5.0 |
Showing 50 of 132 affected configurations. See NVD for the full list.
References
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5002Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5002Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2011-3224?
The User Documentation component in Apple Mac OS X through 10.6.8 uses http sessions for updates to App Store help information, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to execute arbitrary code by spoofing the http server.
How severe is CVE-2011-3224?
Severity scoring for CVE-2011-3224 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.76% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-3224?
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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