CVE-2007-1338

CVE-2007-1338 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apple Airport Extreme with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

The default configuration of the AirPort utility in Apple AirPort Extreme creates an IPv6 tunnel but does not enable the "Block incoming IPv6 connections" setting, which might allow remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions by establishing IPv6 sessions that would have been rejected over IPv4.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-1338?
The default configuration of the AirPort utility in Apple AirPort Extreme creates an IPv6 tunnel but does not enable the "Block incoming IPv6 connections" setting, which might allow remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions by establishing IPv6 sessions that would have been rejected over IPv4.
How severe is CVE-2007-1338?
CVE-2007-1338 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2007-1338 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (84th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-1338?
CVE-2007-1338 affects Apple Airport Extreme. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-1338?
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-2007-1338 published?
CVE-2007-1338 was published on 2007-03-08 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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