How severe is CVE-2007-0614?

CVE-2007-0614 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2007-0614 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 8% (94th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2007-0614?

CVE-2007-0614 primarily affects Apple Ichat. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2007-0614?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2007-0614 published?

CVE-2007-0614 was published on 2007-01-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2007-0614

CVE-2007-0614 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apple Ichat with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 8% (94th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Apple Ichat
Published: 2007-01-31
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The Bonjour functionality in mDNSResponder, iChat 3.1.6, and InstantMessage framework 428 in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.8 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (persistent application crash) via a crafted phsh hash attribute in a TXT key.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-0614?: The Bonjour functionality in mDNSResponder, iChat 3.1.6, and InstantMessage framework 428 in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.8 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (persistent application crash) via a crafted phsh hash attribute in a TXT key.
How severe is CVE-2007-0614?: CVE-2007-0614 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2007-0614 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 8% (94th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-0614?: CVE-2007-0614 primarily affects Apple Ichat. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-0614?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2007-0614 published?: CVE-2007-0614 was published on 2007-01-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:a:apple:ichat:3.1.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:apple:instant_message_framework:428:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x:10.4.8:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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