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CVE-2011-3427

2.6 · LOW

The Data Security component in Apple iOS before 5 and Apple TV before 4.4 does not properly restrict use of the MD5 hash algorithm within X.509 certificates, which makes it easier for man-in-the-mi…

Published Oct 14, 2011appleCWE-200EPSS 0.90%

Overview

CVE-2011-3427 is a low-severity vulnerability affecting apple apple_tv. It was published on October 14, 2011 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.6 (LOW).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.6, rated LOW. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The Data Security component in Apple iOS before 5 and Apple TV before 4.4 does not properly restrict use of the MD5 hash algorithm within X.509 certificates, which makes it easier for man-in-the-middle attackers to spoof servers or obtain sensitive information via a crafted certificate.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from apple. Update apple_tv 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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References

Reflists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011//Oct/msg00001.htmlReflists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011//Oct/msg00002.htmlReflists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2013/Oct/msg00004.htmlRefosvdb.org/76326Refsupport.apple.com/kb/HT4999Refsupport.apple.com/kb/HT5001Refexchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/70547Reflists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011//Oct/msg00001.htmlReflists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011//Oct/msg00002.htmlReflists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2013/Oct/msg00004.html

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2011-3427?

CVE-2011-3427 is a low-severity vulnerability affecting apple apple_tv. It was published on October 14, 2011 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.6 (LOW).

How severe is CVE-2011-3427?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.6, rated LOW. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2011-3427?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from apple. Update apple_tv 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.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2011-3427?

CyberStrike is an open-source, AI-augmented pentesting engine. Rather than flag a version number, it tests whether an issue like CVE-2011-3427 is actually reachable in your own applications and APIs, then verifies each finding before reporting it. That tells you if the weakness is a real, exploitable risk in your environment or a false positive you can safely deprioritize.

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