CVE-2005-0971: Buffer Overflow

Published 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.

Affected Software

30 affected components
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

Event History

May 12, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

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.

2

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.

3

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.

4

Who can exploit CVE-2005-0971?

CVE-2005-0971 can be exploited by local users who have access to the affected system.

5

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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