Apple Mac OS X iOS PDF exploit Fix

Security Update: Apple releases PDF fix for Macs

Posted by Karan Israni On August 25, 2010 ADD COMMENTS

Apple have released a security update for Mac OS X that fixes the vulnerability to PDF exploits. The update is available for all users who have the latest version of either Leopard or Snow Leopard installed. Users are encouraged to update as soon as possible.

Available for: Mac OS X v10.5.8, Mac OS X Server v10.5.8, Mac OS X v10.6.4, Mac OS X Server v10.6.4
Impact: Viewing or downloading a document containing a maliciously crafted embedded font may lead to arbitrary code execution
Description: A stack buffer overlow exists in Apple Type Services' handling of embedded fonts. Viewing or downloading a document containing a maliciously crafted embedded font may lead to arbitrary code execution. This issue is addressed through improved bounds checking.

Thank you Apple.

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