Security readout for executives and security teams
A malicious PDF with an embedded font could corrupt Apple Type Services while printing on Mac OS X 10.5 before 10.5.3, potentially letting an attacker run code. The attack requires user interaction with the document. Exposure appears limited to legacy Mac OS X 10.5 installations earlier than 10.5.3 that process or print untrusted PDF documents. Modern macOS versions are not identified as affected in the provided sources. Prioritize remediation only if legacy Mac OS X 10.5 systems remain in use. The business risk is high on affected systems because successful exploitation could execute code, but exposure is likely narrow in current environments. Mitigation focus: Apply Apple’s Mac OS X 10.5.3 update or later vendor guidance.; Retire or isolate any remaining Mac OS X 10.5 systems.; Avoid printing untrusted PDF files on unpatched affected systems..
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- macosx-ats-code-execution(42707)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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