CVE-2005-2502: Buffer Overflow
Published Aug 19, 2005
·Updated
Buffer overflow in AppKit for Mac OS X 10.3.9 and 10.4.2, as used in applications such as TextEdit, allows external user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Microsoft Word 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
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-2005-2502?
CVE-2005-2502 has been classified as having high severity due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2005-2502?
To fix CVE-2005-2502, update your Mac OS X to the latest version that contains security patches addressing this vulnerability.
3
What types of applications are affected by CVE-2005-2502?
CVE-2005-2502 primarily affects applications like TextEdit that utilize the AppKit framework in the specified Mac OS X versions.
4
Can CVE-2005-2502 be exploited through Microsoft Word files?
Yes, CVE-2005-2502 can be exploited by attackers through crafted Microsoft Word files that trigger the buffer overflow.
5
Which versions of Mac OS X are vulnerable to CVE-2005-2502?
The vulnerable versions of Mac OS X include 10.3.9 and 10.4.2.