# CVE-2011-3439: FreeType in CoreGraphics in Apple iOS before 5.0.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory co

- Severity: no CVSS score reported
- Known exploited (CISA KEV): no
- Published: 2011-11-11 · Updated: 2024-08-06

## Affected

- n/a: version range not reported

## Description

FreeType in CoreGraphics in Apple iOS before 5.0.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted font in a document.

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## References

- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2012-01/msg00003.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2011-12/msg00008.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2012-01/msg00012.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011/Nov/msg00001.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5052
- http://secunia.com/advisories/46921
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48951

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