CVE-2005-2501: Buffer Overflow
Published Aug 19, 2005
·Updated
Buffer overflow in AppKit for Mac OS X 10.3.9 and 10.4.2 allows external user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Rich Text Format (RTF) file.
Affected Software
4 affected components
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.4.2
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.3.9
Apple iOS and macOS=10.3.9
Apple iOS and macOS=10.4.2
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Aug 19, 2005
CVE Published
04:00 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2005-2501?
CVE-2005-2501 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2005-2501?
To fix CVE-2005-2501, users should update their Apple Mac OS X software to the latest version that addresses the vulnerability.
3
Which versions are affected by CVE-2005-2501?
CVE-2005-2501 affects Mac OS X versions 10.3.9 and 10.4.2.
4
What type of attack does CVE-2005-2501 enable?
CVE-2005-2501 enables user-assisted remote code execution through crafted Rich Text Format files.
5
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2005-2501?
Yes, exploitation of CVE-2005-2501 requires user interaction to open the malicious RTF file.