CVE-2005-0716: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Mar 21 2005(Updated: )
Stack-based buffer overflow in the Core Foundation Library in Mac OS X 10.3.5 and 10.3.6, and possibly earlier versions, allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long CF_CHARSET_PATH environment variable.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple macOS Server | =10.3.2 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.3.5 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.5 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.3.3 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.3.4 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.2 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.7 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.6 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.3 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.8 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.3.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.4 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.3 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.3.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-0716?
CVE-2005-0716 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0716?
To fix CVE-2005-0716, users should upgrade their Mac OS X versions to at least 10.3.7 where the vulnerability is addressed.
What versions of Mac OS X are affected by CVE-2005-0716?
CVE-2005-0716 affects Mac OS X versions 10.3.1 to 10.3.6, including Server editions.
Can CVE-2005-0716 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2005-0716 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to the system.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2005-0716?
CVE-2005-0716 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability that can be triggered by an overly long CF_CHARSET_PATH environment variable.
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