Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2007-4708 is an old Apple Mac OS X Address Book flaw. The CVE says a malicious URL handler interaction could allow remote code execution on Mac OS X 10.4.11. Business risk is mainly legacy exposure: unsupported or unpatched Tiger-era systems, kiosks, lab machines, or archived virtual machines. Exposure is most likely limited to legacy Mac OS X 10.4.11 systems where Address Book URL handling remains available. The bundle does not identify broader Apple versions or current products as affected. Treat this as a legacy-system risk, not a broad modern Apple emergency. Prioritize discovery and retirement of Mac OS X 10.4.11 assets, especially systems exposed to email, web browsing, or untrusted links. Mitigation focus: Identify and retire any Mac OS X 10.4.11 systems.; Check Apple advisory APPLE-SA-2007-12-17 for vendor remediation guidance.; Restrict legacy Macs from browsing email or untrusted web content..
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- macos-addressbook-format-string(39092)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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