Apple.Preview.libFontParser.SpecialEncoding.Code.Execution

description-logoDescription

This indicates an attack attempt against a memory-corruption vulnerability in Apple Preview.
The vulnerability is caused by an error in "libFontParser.dylib" while handling a malicious PDF document. It allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via sending a crafted PDF document.

affected-products-logoAffected Products

Mac OS X v10.5.8
Mac OS X Server v10.5.8
Mac OS X v10.6.3
Mac OS X Server v10.6.3

Impact logoImpact

System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.

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Upgrade to the latest version, available from the vendor's web site.

Telemetry logoTelemetry

Coverage

IPS (Regular DB)
IPS (Extended DB)

Version Updates

Date Version Detail
2021-01-11 16.995