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CVE-2005-2194

First published: Sat Dec 31 2005(Updated: )

Unspecified vulnerability in the Apple Mac OS X kernel before 10.4.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (kernel panic) via a crafted TCP packet, possibly related to source routing or loose source routing.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple iOS and macOS<=10.4.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2005-2194?

    CVE-2005-2194 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service (kernel panic).

  • How do I fix CVE-2005-2194?

    To mitigate CVE-2005-2194, users should upgrade to Mac OS X version 10.4.2 or later.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2005-2194 involve?

    CVE-2005-2194 involves a remote denial of service attack that exploits crafted TCP packets.

  • Which versions of Mac OS X are affected by CVE-2005-2194?

    CVE-2005-2194 affects Mac OS X versions prior to 10.4.2.

  • What is the impact of CVE-2005-2194 on affected systems?

    The impact of CVE-2005-2194 is a kernel panic that leads to a denial of service, making the system temporarily unavailable.

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