CVE-2007-5859 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 9.3 Published 19 Dec 2007 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service in Safari RSS via a crafted feed URL triggering memory corruption.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: A user has to click or open something
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2007-5859?

CVE-2007-5859 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in Apple Safari, published on 19 Dec 2007. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

Unspecified vulnerability in Safari RSS in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.11 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application termination) or execute arbitrary code via a crafted feed: URL that triggers memory corruption.

Weakness: CWE-399

Which versions are affected by CVE-2007-5859?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Apple Safari.

How do I fix CVE-2007-5859?

No fix has been published for CVE-2007-5859 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2007-5859 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2007-5859 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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Sources

Also known as GHSA-5vp6-q3wx-853p.