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[AplusWebMaster]

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Apple standalone Flashback malware removal tool
- http://h-online.com/-1526041
16 April 2012 - "Apple has announced* the release of a standalone version of the "Flashback malware removal tool"**. The 356KB tool is aimed at Mac OS X 10.7 Lion users without Java installed and, according to Apple, it "removes the most common variants of the Flashback malware". If the tool finds the Flashback malware, users will presented with a dialogue notifying them that it was removed; depending on the variant removed, the tool may require users to restart their system... The Flashback malware removal tool*** is available from Apple's Support Downloads site."

* http://lists.apple.c...r/msg00002.html
13 Apr 2012

** http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5246

*** http://support.apple.com/kb/DL1517

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Edited by AplusWebMaster, 18 April 2012 - 05:33 AM.

[AplusWebMaster]

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Apple patching practice ...
- http://atlas.arbor.n...dex#-1272909644
30 Apr 2012 - OSX anti-malware site provides resources of value... link to a recent Flashback trojan analysis by DrWeb*.
Source: http://macviruscom.w...ching-practice/

- http://nakedsecurity...on-malware-mac/
April 27, 2012

* http://news.drweb.co...&c=5&lng=en&p=0
April 27, 2012
> https://www.zdnet.co...ponse/4904?pg=2
April 29, 2012 - "... left to their own devices, many users will simply postpone those updates by clicking the 'Not Now' or 'Install Later' button. They see updates as an annoyance that will mean they they can’t use their Mac for 10 minutes to a half-hour... roughly 1 out of every 4 Snow Leopard users are at least six months behind in terms of applying major software updates. Nearly 15% are more than a year behind, meaning they have skipped at least two major OS X updates and are easy prey for any exploit that targets security holes that were fixed in those updates... If (Apple) talks to the press in an effort to reach owners of Macs who aren’t aware they’ve been infected, they risk puncturing the 'Macs don’t get viruses' image they’ve cultivated through the years. So the company has chosen to remain silent, which is shameful..."

These guys know it - and so do the Hacks.

Free Mac anti-virus for home users
> http://www.sophos.com/freemacav
> https://www.avira.co...ee-mac-security
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New Malware Found Exploiting Mac OS X Snow Leopard
- https://threatpost.c...-leopard-050212
May 2, 2012 - "... with Lion, that specific memory address can't be written, so the exploit fails. We can assume that this malware itself is targeting only Snow Leopard or lower versions of Mac OSX. That means the attacker had knowledge about the target environment beforehand. That includes the target operating system, application patch levels, etc..."

Edited by AplusWebMaster, 02 May 2012 - 12:22 PM.

[AplusWebMaster]

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Apple iOS 5.1.1 update for iPod, iPhone, iPad
- https://isc.sans.edu...l?storyid=13144
Last Updated: 2012-05-07 20:29:40 UTC - "... only available through iTunes. The updates address Safari and WebKit for iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPod touch (3rd generation) and later, iPad, iPad 2... the update is available through iTunes."

- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5278
May 07, 2012
- http://web.nvd.nist....d=CVE-2011-3046 - 10.0 (HIGH)
- http://web.nvd.nist....d=CVE-2011-3056 - 7.5 (HIGH)
- http://web.nvd.nist....d=CVE-2012-0672 - 6.8
- http://web.nvd.nist....d=CVE-2012-0674 - 4.3

- http://support.apple.com/kb/DL1521
Version: 5.1.1 - May 07, 2012
System Requirements: iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPad 2, iPad, iPod touch (4th generation), iPod touch (3rd generation)

Apple patches serious security holes in iOS devices
- http://atlas.arbor.n...ndex#-480279256
Severity: Elevated Severity
Published: Monday, May 07, 2012
New patches provide protection for recent security holes in iOS.
Analysis: Some of these security holes were used in "hacking contents" such as pwn2own. It is likely that others are aware of the security holes, especially now that patches have been released and are surely being analyzed by attackers to spot the vulnerabilities. Considering the hot trends in mobile attacks, users are encouraged to deploy these updates as soon as possible.
Source: https://www.zdnet.co...vices/11983?utm

- http://h-online.com/-1569932
8 May 2012

- http://nakedsecurity...ulnerabilities/
May 8, 2012

- http://www.securityt....com/id/1027028
CVE Reference: CVE-2012-0672, CVE-2012-0674
Date: May 7 2012
Impact: Execution of arbitrary code via network, Modification of system information, User access via network
Version(s): prior to 5.1.1; iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPod touch (3rd generation) and later, iPad, iPad 2
Description: Two vulnerabilities were reported in Apple iOS. A remote user can cause arbitrary code to be executed on the target user's system. A remote user can spoof the address bar URL...

Edited by AplusWebMaster, 09 May 2012 - 04:23 AM.

[AplusWebMaster]

FYI...

Apple Security Update 2012-002 - OS X Lion v10.7.4
Released for: Mac OS X 10.6.8, Mac OS X Server 10.6.8, OS X Lion v10.7 to v10.7.3, OS X Lion Server v10.7 to v10.7.3
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5281
May 09, 2012

- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5167

Related: http://support.apple.com/kb/TS4272

- http://www.securityt....com/id/1027054
CVE Reference: CVE-2012-0649, CVE-2012-0651, CVE-2012-0654, CVE-2012-0655, CVE-2012-0656, CVE-2012-0657, CVE-2012-0658, CVE-2012-0659, CVE-2012-0660, CVE-2012-0661, CVE-2012-0662, CVE-2012-0675
Date: May 10 2012
Impact: Disclosure of system information, Execution of arbitrary code via network, User access via local system, User access via network
Version(s): 10.6.8, 10.7.3
Solution: The vendor has issued a fix (OS X Lion v10.7.4 and Security Update 2012-002), available from the Software Update pane in System Preferences, or Apple's Software Downloads web site at:
http://www.apple.com...port/downloads/
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Safari 5.1.7
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5282
May 09, 2012

- http://support.apple.com/kb/DL1531

- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5271

- https://secunia.com/advisories/47292/
Release Date: 2012-05-10
Criticality level: Highly critical
CVE Reference(s):
- http://web.nvd.nist....d=CVE-2011-3046 - 10.0 (HIGH)
- http://web.nvd.nist....d=CVE-2011-3056 - 7.5 (HIGH)
- http://web.nvd.nist....d=CVE-2012-0672 - 6.8
- http://web.nvd.nist....d=CVE-2012-0676 - 5.0
Impact: Security Bypass, Cross Site Scripting, System access
Where: From remote
... vulnerabilities are reported in versions prior to 5.1.7.
Solution: Update to version 5.1.7

- http://www.securityt....com/id/1027053
Date: May 10 2012
Impact: Modification of user information
Version(s): prior to 5.1.7
... The vendor's advisory is available at:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1222
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Apple closes numerous holes in Mac OS X and Safari
- http://atlas.arbor.net/briefs/
Severity: Elevated Severity
Published: Friday, May 11, 2012
Now that malware authors are paying more attention to the OS X platform, keeping current on updates is going to become more important. This patch also fixes the recent plaintext password leakage issue.
Analysis: The Flashback trojan infected and still infects a substantial number of OS X systems. Imagine for a moment that they decided to take advantage of one of these security flaws - the password leakage issue with older versions of filevault - and compromised many passwords. Some of those passwords are bound to be re-used elsewhere, which could lead an attacker deeper into an enterprise. Creative and dedicated attackers will use any possible method to further their campaigns. This is just one scenario. Recent events show us that OS X is a viable target for criminals therefore patches need to be deployed in a timely manner to reduce risks.
Source: http://h-online.com/-1572174

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Edited by AplusWebMaster, 12 May 2012 - 06:26 AM.

[AplusWebMaster]

FYI...

Apple 2012-003 Security Update for Leopard
- https://support.apple.com/kb/DL1533
May 14, 2012

- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5271
"... Out-of-date versions of Adobe Flash Player do not include the latest security updates and will be disabled to help keep your Mac secure. If Safari 5.1.7 or Leopard Security Update 2012-003 detects an out-of-date version of Flash Player on your system, you will see a dialog informing you that Flash Player has been disabled. The dialog provides the option to go directly to Adobe's website, where you can download and install an updated version of Flash Player..."

- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1222

- http://lists.apple.c...y/msg00004.html
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APPLE-SA-2012-05-14-1 Flashback Removal Security Update
- http://lists.apple.c...y/msg00003.html
14 May 2012

- http://support.apple.com/downloads/

Flashback removal tool - for Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard
- http://h-online.com/-1575554
15 May 2012

Edited by AplusWebMaster, 15 May 2012 - 06:10 AM.

[AplusWebMaster]

FYI...

QuickTime v7.7.2 released
- https://secunia.com/advisories/47447/
Release Date: 2012-05-16
Criticality level: Highly critical
Impact: System access
Where: From remote
CVE Reference: CVE-2011-3458, CVE-2011-3459, CVE-2011-3460, CVE-2012-0265, CVE-2012-0663, CVE-2012-0664, CVE-2012-0665, CVE-2012-0666, CVE-2012-0667, CVE-2012-0668, CVE-2012-0669, CVE-2012-0670, CVE-2012-0671
... vulnerabilities are reported in versions prior to 7.7.2.
Solution: Update to version 7.7.2.
Original Advisory: Apple (APPLE-SA-2012-05-15-1):
http://lists.apple.c...y/msg00005.html
Download:
- http://www.apple.com...ktime/download/
-or-
Use Apple Software Update.

- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5261
May 15, 2012

- http://www.securityt....com/id/1027065
May 16 2012
Impact: Execution of arbitrary code via network, User access via network
Version(s): prior to 7.7.2
Description: Multiple vulnerabilities were reported in Apple QuickTime. A remote user can cause arbitrary code to be executed on the target user's system.
A remote user can create a specially crafted file that, when loaded by the target user, will execute arbitrary code on the target system. The code will run with the privileges of the target user.
Only Windows-based systems are affected...

Edited by AplusWebMaster, 16 May 2012 - 10:30 AM.

[AplusWebMaster]

FYI...

iTunes v10.6.3 released
- https://secunia.com/advisories/49489/
Release Date: 2012-06-12
Criticality level: Highly critical
Impact: System access
Where: From remote
CVE Reference(s):
- http://web.nvd.nist....d=CVE-2012-0672 - 6.8
- http://web.nvd.nist....d=CVE-2012-0677 - 9.3 (HIGH)
... This vulnerability does not affect the application on OS X Lion systems.
Successful exploitation of the vulnerabilities may allow execution of arbitrary code.
Solution: Update to version 10.6.3.
Original Advisory: Apple:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5318

• Addresses a problem where iTunes may become unresponsive when syncing an iPad (1st generation) that contains an iBooks textbook
• Fixes a problem where photos synced to a device may appear in an unexpected order
• Resolves an issue where iTunes may unexpectedly delete playlists created on a device
• Fixes issues where iTunes may unexpectedly delete apps on a device
• Improves overall performance and reliability

... available via Apple Software Update.

Edited by AplusWebMaster, 15 June 2012 - 07:16 PM.

[AplusWebMaster]

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Java for OS X 2012-004 / Mac OS X 10.6 Update 9
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5319
June 12, 2012 - "Description: Multiple vulnerabilities exist in Java, the most serious of which may allow an untrusted Java applet to execute arbitrary code outside the Java sandbox. Visiting a web page containing a maliciously crafted untrusted Java applet may lead to arbitrary code execution with the privileges of the current user. These issues are addressed by updating to Java version 1.6.0_33. Further information is available via the Java website at
http://www.oracle.co...tes-136954.html ..."

- https://secunia.com/advisories/49542/
Release Date: 2012-06-13
Criticality level: Highly critical
Impact: Cross Site Scripting, Manipulation of data, Exposure of sensitive information, DoS, System access
Where: From remote...
... more information: https://secunia.com/SA49472/
Original Advisory: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5319

> http://forums.whatth...=...st&p=787773

Edited by AplusWebMaster, 13 June 2012 - 09:56 AM.

[AplusWebMaster]

FYI...

Safari v6 released
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5400
July 25, 2012
> http://lists.apple.c...l/msg00000.html
APPLE-SA-2012-07-25-1 Safari 6.0

- https://secunia.com/advisories/50058/
Release Date: 2012-07-26
Criticality level: Highly critical
Impact: Security Bypass, Cross Site Scripting, Spoofing, Exposure of sensitive information, System access
Where: From remote...
Solution: Upgrade to Safari version 6.0 via Apple Software Update.

- http://www.securityt....com/id/1027307
CVE Reference: CVE-2011-3016, CVE-2011-3021, CVE-2011-3027, CVE-2011-3913, CVE-2012-0678, CVE-2012-0679, CVE-2012-0680, CVE-2012-0682, CVE-2012-0683, CVE-2012-1520, CVE-2012-2815, CVE-2012-3589, CVE-2012-3590, CVE-2012-3591, CVE-2012-3592, CVE-2012-3593, CVE-2012-3594, CVE-2012-3595, CVE-2012-3596, CVE-2012-3597, CVE-2012-3599, CVE-2012-3600, CVE-2012-3603, CVE-2012-3604, CVE-2012-3605, CVE-2012-3608, CVE-2012-3609, CVE-2012-3610, CVE-2012-3611, CVE-2012-3615, CVE-2012-3618, CVE-2012-3620, CVE-2012-3625, CVE-2012-3626, CVE-2012-3627, CVE-2012-3628, CVE-2012-3629, CVE-2012-3630, CVE-2012-3631, CVE-2012-3633, CVE-2012-3634, CVE-2012-3635, CVE-2012-3636, CVE-2012-3637, CVE-2012-3638, CVE-2012-3639, CVE-2012-3640, CVE-2012-3641, CVE-2012-3642, CVE-2012-3644, CVE-2012-3645, CVE-2012-3646, CVE-2012-3650, CVE-2012-3653, CVE-2012-3655, CVE-2012-3656, CVE-2012-3661, CVE-2012-3663, CVE-2012-3664, CVE-2012-3665, CVE-2012-3666, CVE-2012-3667, CVE-2012-3668, CVE-2012-3669, CVE-2012-3670, CVE-2012-3674, CVE-2012-3678, CVE-2012-3679, CVE-2012-3680, CVE-2012-3681, CVE-2012-3682, CVE-2012-3683, CVE-2012-3686, CVE-2012-3689, CVE-2012-3690, CVE-2012-3691, CVE-2012-3693, CVE-2012-3694, CVE-2012-3695, CVE-2012-3696, CVE-2012-3697
Jul 26 2012
Impact: Disclosure of authentication information, Disclosure of system information, Disclosure of user information, Execution of arbitrary code via network, Modification of user information, User access via network
Version(s): prior to 6.0 ...
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Apple Xcode v4.4 released
- https://secunia.com/advisories/50068/
Release Date: 2012-07-26
Impact: Hijacking, Security Bypass, Exposure of sensitive information
Where: From remote
CVE Reference(s): CVE-2011-3389, CVE-2012-3698
... weakness and the vulnerability are reported in versions prior to 4.4.
Solution: Update to version 4.4 via the Apple Developer site or via the App Store.
Original Advisory: APPLE-SA-2012-07-25-2:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5416

- http://www.securityt....com/id/1027302
CVE Reference: CVE-2012-3698
Jul 26 2012
Impact: Disclosure of authentication information, Disclosure of user information
Version(s): prior to 4.4

- http://www.securityt....com/id/1027303
CVE Reference: CVE-2011-3389
Jul 26 2012
Impact: Disclosure of user information
Version(s): prior to 4.4

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Apple remote desktop v3.6.1 released
- https://secunia.com/advisories/50352/
Release Date: 2012-08-21
Impact: Exposure of sensitive information
Where: From remote
CVE Reference: CVE-2012-0681
... The security issue is reported in versions 3.5.2 through 3.6.
Solution: Update to version 3.6.1.
Original Advisory: Apple:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5433

- http://www.securityt....com/id/1027420
Aug 21 2012

- http://h-online.com/-1671129
21 August 2012

Edited by AplusWebMaster, 21 August 2012 - 06:56 AM.

[AplusWebMaster]

FYI...

Apple/Java v1.6.0_35
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT5473
Sep 05, 2012
Java for OS X 2012-005 and Java for Mac OS X 10.6 Update 10
Available for: Mac OS X v10.6.8, Mac OS X Server v10.6.8, OS X Lion v10.7 or later, OS X Lion Server v10.7 or later, OS X Mountain Lion v10.8 or later
Description: An opportunity for security-in-depth hardening is addressed by updating to Java version 1.6.0_35. Further information is available via the Java website at
http://www.oracle.co...81-1835715.html
CVE-ID: CVE-2012-0547

APPLE-SA-2012-09-05-1 Java for OS X 2012-005 and Java for Mac OS X 10.6 Update 10
- http://lists.apple.c...p/msg00000.html
Sep 05, 2012
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- https://secunia.com/advisories/50545/
Release Date: 2012-09-06
Criticality level: Highly critical
Impact: System access
Where: From remote
CVE Reference(s): CVE-2012-0547, CVE-2012-4681
... For more information see: https://secunia.com/SA50133/
Original Advisory: APPLE-SA-2012-09-05-1:
http://lists.apple.c...p/msg00000.html

Edited by AplusWebMaster, 06 September 2012 - 10:52 AM.

[AplusWebMaster]

FYI...

Apple iTunes v10.7 released
- https://secunia.com/advisories/50618/
Release Date: 2012-09-13
Criticality level: Highly critical
Impact: System access
Where: From remote
... vulnerabilities are reported in versions prior to 10.7.
Solution: Update to version 10.7.
Original Advisory: APPLE-SA-2012-09-12-1:
http://lists.apple.c...p/msg00001.html

- http://www.securityt....com/id/1027525
CVE Reference: CVE-2012-2817, CVE-2012-2818, CVE-2012-2829, CVE-2012-2831, CVE-2012-3601, CVE-2012-3602, CVE-2012-3606, CVE-2012-3607, CVE-2012-3612, CVE-2012-3613, CVE-2012-3614, CVE-2012-3616, CVE-2012-3617, CVE-2012-3621, CVE-2012-3622, CVE-2012-3623, CVE-2012-3624, CVE-2012-3632, CVE-2012-3643, CVE-2012-3647, CVE-2012-3648, CVE-2012-3649, CVE-2012-3651, CVE-2012-3652, CVE-2012-3654, CVE-2012-3657, CVE-2012-3658, CVE-2012-3659, CVE-2012-3660, CVE-2012-3671, CVE-2012-3672, CVE-2012-3673, CVE-2012-3675, CVE-2012-3676, CVE-2012-3677, CVE-2012-3684, CVE-2012-3685, CVE-2012-3687, CVE-2012-3688, CVE-2012-3692, CVE-2012-3699, CVE-2012-3700, CVE-2012-3701, CVE-2012-3702, CVE-2012-3703, CVE-2012-3704, CVE-2012-3705, CVE-2012-3706, CVE-2012-3707, CVE-2012-3708, CVE-2012-3709, CVE-2012-3710, CVE-2012-3711, CVE-2012-3712
Sep 13 2012
Impact: Execution of arbitrary code via network, User access via network
Version(s): prior to 10.7

- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT5485
Sep 12, 2012
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163 security holes in iTunes
- http://h-online.com/-1706849
13 Sep 2012

Edited by AplusWebMaster, 13 September 2012 - 08:57 AM.

[AplusWebMaster]

FYI...

Apple Remote Desktop 3.5.3 released
- http://lists.apple.c...p/msg00002.html
17 Sep 2012 - "... Apple Remote Desktop 3.0 or later
Impact: Connecting to a third-party VNC server with "Encrypt all network data" set may lead to information disclosure..."

Apple Remote Desktop 3.5.3 may be obtained from the Software Update pane in System Preferences,
or Apple's Software Downloads web site:
- http://www.apple.com...port/downloads/

- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT5462
17 Sep 2012
Apple Remote Desktop 3.5.3
CVE-2012-0681

[AplusWebMaster]

FYI...

iOS 6 released
APPLE-SA-2012-09-19-1 iOS 6
- http://lists.apple.c...p/msg00003.html
19 Sep 2012
"iOS 6 is now available...
Available for: iPhone 3GS and later, iPod touch (4th generation) and later, iPad 2 and later..."

- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT5503
"... can be downloaded and installed using iTunes*..."
* https://support.apple.com/kb/ht1414

- https://secunia.com/advisories/50586/
Release Date: 2012-09-20
Criticality level: Highly critical
Impact: Security Bypass, Cross Site Scripting, Spoofing, Exposure of system information, Exposure of sensitive information, Privilege escalation, System access
Where: From remote ...
Solution: Upgrade to iOS 6 via Software Update.

- http://www.securityt....com/id/1027552
CVE Reference: CVE-2011-1944, CVE-2011-2821, CVE-2011-2834, CVE-2011-4599, CVE-2012-3724, CVE-2012-3725, CVE-2012-3726, CVE-2012-3727, CVE-2012-3728, CVE-2012-3729, CVE-2012-3730, CVE-2012-3731, CVE-2012-3732, CVE-2012-3733, CVE-2012-3734, CVE-2012-3735, CVE-2012-3736, CVE-2012-3737, CVE-2012-3738, CVE-2012-3739, CVE-2012-3740, CVE-2012-3741, CVE-2012-3742, CVE-2012-3743, CVE-2012-3744, CVE-2012-3745, CVE-2012-3746, CVE-2012-3747
Sep 20 2012
Impact: Disclosure of system information, Execution of arbitrary code via local system, Execution of arbitrary code via network, Root access via local system, User access via local system, User access via network...
Solution: The vendor has issued a fix (6.0).
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- http://h-online.com/-1713012
20 Sep 2012

- https://isc.sans.edu...l?storyid=14128
"iOS6 released: a few CVEs addresses, breaks mapping."

Edited by AplusWebMaster, 20 September 2012 - 07:31 AM.

[AplusWebMaster]

FYI...

Apple security updates
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT1222
3x - 19 Sept 2012
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Safari v6.0.1 for Mac OS X
- https://secunia.com/advisories/50577/
Release Date: 2012-09-20
Criticality level: Highly critical
Impact: Security Bypass, Exposure of sensitive information, System access
Where: From remote...
Solution: Update to version 6.0.1...
Original Advisory: Apple:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5502

> http://lists.apple.c...p/msg00005.html
APPLE-SA-2012-09-19-3 Safari 6.0.1
Available for: OS X Lion v10.7.5, OS X Lion Server v10.7.5, OS X Mountain Lion v10.8 and v10.8.1

- http://www.securityt....com/id/1027550
CVE Reference: CVE-2012-3713, CVE-2012-3714, CVE-2012-3715, CVE-2012-3598
Date: Sep 20 2012
Impact: Disclosure of system information, Disclosure of user information, Execution of arbitrary code via network, User access via network
Version(s): prior to 6.0.1
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Mac OS X multiple vulns - Security Update 2012-004
- https://secunia.com/advisories/50628/
Release Date: 2012-09-20
Criticality level: Highly critical
Impact: Security Bypass, Exposure of sensitive information, Privilege escalation, DoS, System access
Where: From remote...
Solution: Update to version 10.8.2 or 10.7.5 or apply Security Update 2012-004.

- http://lists.apple.c...p/msg00004.html
APPLE-SA-2012-09-19-2 OS X Mountain Lion v10.8.2, OS X Lion v10.7.5 and Security Update 2012-004

- http://www.securityt....com/id/1027551
CVE Reference: CVE-2012-0650, CVE-2012-3716, CVE-2012-3718, CVE-2012-3719, CVE-2012-3720, CVE-2012-3721, CVE-2012-3722, CVE-2012-3723
Sep 20 2012
Impact: Denial of service via network, Disclosure of authentication information, Execution of arbitrary code via local system, Execution of arbitrary code via network, User access via local system, User access via network
... vendor's advisory is available at:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5501

Edited by AplusWebMaster, 20 September 2012 - 07:56 AM.