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CVE-2005-0985

First published: Sat Dec 31 2005(Updated: )

Unspecified vulnerability in the Mac OS X kernel before 10.3.8 allows local users to cause a denial of service (temporary hang) via unspecified attack vectors related to the fan control unit (FCU) driver.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple iOS and macOS<=10.3.7
Apple iOS and macOS<=10.3.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2005-0985?

    CVE-2005-0985 has a severity that can lead to denial of service, causing temporary system hangs.

  • How do I fix CVE-2005-0985?

    To fix CVE-2005-0985, update your Mac OS X to version 10.3.8 or later.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2005-0985?

    Local users of Mac OS X versions earlier than 10.3.8 are affected by CVE-2005-0985.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-0985?

    CVE-2005-0985 is a vulnerability in the Mac OS X kernel related to the fan control unit driver.

  • Can CVE-2005-0985 be exploited remotely?

    CVE-2005-0985 is a local vulnerability and cannot be exploited remotely.

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