CVE-2003-0518: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Jul 10 2003(Updated: )
The screen saver in MacOS X allows users with physical access to cause the screen saver to crash and gain access to the underlying session via a large number of characters in the password field, possibly triggering a buffer overflow.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.2.5 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.2.2 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.2.4 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.2.1 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.2.3 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.2.4 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.2.2 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.2.5 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.2.6 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.2 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.2.6 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.2 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.2.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.2.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0518?
CVE-2003-0518 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized access to user sessions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0518?
To fix CVE-2003-0518, update your MacOS X to a version that includes the security patches addressing this issue.
Which versions of MacOS are affected by CVE-2003-0518?
CVE-2003-0518 affects Apple Mac OS X versions 10.2.1 through 10.2.6 and Mac OS X Server versions 10.2.1 through 10.2.5.
Can CVE-2003-0518 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2003-0518 requires physical access to the machine, making it a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2003-0518?
Exploitation of CVE-2003-0518 can lead to unauthorized access to a user's session, allowing the attacker to bypass security controls.
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