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Family: MacOS X Local Security Checks --> Category: infos
Mac OS X Security Update 2004-06-07 Vulnerability Scan
Vulnerability Scan Summary Check for Security Update 2004-06-07
Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Test
The remote host is missing Security Update 2004-06-07.
This security update includes the following components :
DiskImages
LaunchServices
Safari
Terminal
This update fixes a security problem which may allow a possible hacker
to execute arbitrary commands the on the remote host by abusing
of a flaw in Safari and the components listed above. To exploit
this flaw, a possible hacker would need to set up a rogue web site with
malformed HTML links, and lure the user of the remote host into
visiting them.
Solution :
http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/apple/securityupdate_2004-06-07_(_10_3_4).html
http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/apple/securityupdate_2004-06-07_(_10_2_8).html
Threat Level: High
Click HERE for more information and discussions on this network vulnerability scan.
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