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The CVE-2010-0036 vulnerability is a buffer overflow issue that exists in the CoreAudio component of Apple Mac OS X versions 10.5.8 and 10.6.2. This vulnerability can be exploited by remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) by using a specially crafted MP4 audio file. The issue arises due to improper handling of certain input, leading to a buffer overflow. An attacker can exploit this issue by enticing an unsuspecting user to open a malicious MP4 audio file.
Overview
The vulnerability was first published on 19th January 2010 and was updated on 15th October 2024. The vulnerability has a high severity rating with a CVSS base score of 7.8. The attack can be performed locally with low complexity and requires user interaction. The impact of the attack can lead to high confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact.
Remediation
Apple has released patches to address this vulnerability. Users are advised to update their systems to the latest version to mitigate the risk of this vulnerability. It is also recommended to avoid opening MP4 files from untrusted sources.
References
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- ConstructionConstruction
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- InformationInformation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- MiningMining
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
