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CVE-2004-0165

First published: Mon Mar 15 2004(Updated: )

Format string vulnerability in Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) daemon (pppd) 2.4.0 for Mac OS X 10.3.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to read arbitrary pppd process data, including PAP or CHAP authentication credentials, to gain privileges.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple macOS Server=10.3.2
Apple macOS Server=10.1.5
Apple macOS Server=10.1
Apple iOS and macOS=10.2.5
Apple macOS Server=10.2.2
Apple iOS and macOS=10.2.7
Apple macOS Server=10.1.1
Apple iOS and macOS=10.2.8
Apple macOS Server=10.2.4
Apple iOS and macOS=10.2.1
Apple macOS Server=10.1.2
Apple iOS and macOS=10.3.1
Apple iOS and macOS=10.1
Apple macOS Server=10.2.7
Apple macOS Server=10.2.3
Apple iOS and macOS=10.1.4
Apple iOS and macOS=10.2.4
Apple iOS and macOS=10.3.2
Apple iOS and macOS=10.2.2
Apple macOS Server=10.2.5
Apple iOS and macOS=10.1.3
Apple macOS Server=10.3
Apple iOS and macOS=10.1.5
Apple macOS Server=10.2.6
Apple macOS Server=10.2
Apple macOS Server=10.2.1
Apple iOS and macOS=10.1.1
Apple macOS Server=10.3.1
Apple macOS Server=10.1.4
Apple iOS and macOS=10.2.6
Apple iOS and macOS=10.2.3
Apple macOS Server=10.2.8
Apple iOS and macOS=10.2
Apple iOS and macOS=10.3
Apple macOS Server=10.1.3
Apple iOS and macOS=10.1.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2004-0165?

    CVE-2004-0165 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote attackers to read sensitive data and gain unauthorized access.

  • How do I fix CVE-2004-0165?

    To fix CVE-2004-0165, update your Mac OS X or Apple Mac OS X Server to the latest version that is no longer vulnerable to this issue.

  • What types of sensitive data can be compromised by CVE-2004-0165?

    CVE-2004-0165 allows attackers to read arbitrary pppd process data, including PAP or CHAP authentication credentials.

  • Which versions of Mac OS X are affected by CVE-2004-0165?

    CVE-2004-0165 affects Mac OS X versions 10.1, 10.2, and 10.3.2, including server editions.

  • Is CVE-2004-0165 an exploit that requires local access?

    No, CVE-2004-0165 can be exploited remotely, making it particularly dangerous for affected systems.

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