CVE-2011-0639 describes a vulnerability in Apple Mac OS X where the operating system fails to adequately warn users before enabling additional Human Interface Device (HID) functionality over USB. This oversight allows user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary programs by sending crafted USB data, such as keyboard and mouse input, from a connected device like a smartphone infected with malware. With a CVSS score of 6.9 (medium severity), this vulnerability requires local access and moderate attack complexity but can lead to complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. There is no evidence of active exploitation, publicly available exploit code, or significant community discussion surrounding this CVE.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
All Versions ImpactedCPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
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