Mac OS X contains a flaw that may lead to an unauthorized information disclosure. The issue is due to the Time Machine component not verifying that a remote AFP volume or Time Capsule is used for subsequent backups, which may disclose backups to a remote attacker by spoofing a remote volume.
Classification
Location:
Remote / Network Access
Attack Type:
Information Disclosure
Impact:
Loss of Confidentiality
Solution:
Patch / RCS,
Upgrade
Exploit:
Exploit Private
Disclosure:
Vendor Verified,
Coordinated Disclosure
Solution
Upgrade to version 10.7.3 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. In addition, Apple has released a patch for some older versions.
