CVE-2011-3453 Integer overflow in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service via crafted DNS data due to an integer overflow in the macOS DNS resolver.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2011-3453?
CVE-2011-3453 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apple Mac Os X, published on 2 Feb 2012. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Integer overflow in libresolv in Apple Mac OS X before 10.7.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (heap memory corruption and application crash) via crafted DNS data.
Weakness: CWE-189
Which versions are affected by CVE-2011-3453?
It affects 2 products.
Products include Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os X Server.
How do I fix CVE-2011-3453?
No fix has been published for CVE-2011-3453 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2011-3453 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2011-3453 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Apple Mac Os X
Sources
Also known as GHSA-jjrr-mc72-rfxx.