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CVE-2010-0962

5.0 · MEDIUM

The FTP proxy server in Apple AirPort Express, AirPort Extreme, and Time Capsule with firmware 7.5 does not restrict the IP address and port specified in a PORT command from a client, which allows…

Published Mar 10, 2010appleCWE-264EPSS 1.25%

Overview

CVE-2010-0962 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting apple airport_express. It was published on March 10, 2010 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The FTP proxy server in Apple AirPort Express, AirPort Extreme, and Time Capsule with firmware 7.5 does not restrict the IP address and port specified in a PORT command from a client, which allows remote attackers to leverage intranet FTP servers for arbitrary TCP forwarding via a crafted PORT command.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from apple. Update airport_express to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2010-0962?

CVE-2010-0962 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting apple airport_express. It was published on March 10, 2010 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2010-0962?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2010-0962?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from apple. Update airport_express to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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