CVE-2005-0971: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu May 12 2005(Updated: )
Stack-based buffer overflow in the semop system call in Mac OS X 10.3.9 and earlier allows local users to gain privileges via crafted arguments.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.2.5 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.2.7 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.0.2 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.2.8 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.2.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.5 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.0.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.0.3 | |
| 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 iOS and macOS | =10.0 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.7 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.1.3 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.6 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.1.5 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.8 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.1.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.9 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.4 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.3 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.2.6 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.2.3 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.2 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.0.4 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.1.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-0971?
CVE-2005-0971 is considered to have a high severity as it allows local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0971?
To fix CVE-2005-0971, users should update their Mac OS X to a version later than 10.3.9.
Which versions of Mac OS X are affected by CVE-2005-0971?
CVE-2005-0971 affects Mac OS X versions 10.3.9 and earlier, including 10.2.x and 10.3.x.
Who can exploit CVE-2005-0971?
CVE-2005-0971 can be exploited by local users who have access to the affected system.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-0971?
CVE-2005-0971 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the semop system call.
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