7.5
CWE
NVD-CWE-Other 119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2005-2514: Buffer Overflow

First published: Fri Aug 19 2005(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in ping in Mac OS X 10.3.9 allows local users to execute arbitrary code.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple iOS and macOS=10.3.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2005-2514?

    CVE-2005-2514 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for local users to execute arbitrary code.

  • How do I fix CVE-2005-2514?

    To fix CVE-2005-2514, users should upgrade their Mac OS X 10.3.9 to a version that addresses this vulnerability.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2005-2514?

    CVE-2005-2514 affects local users running Mac OS X version 10.3.9.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-2514?

    CVE-2005-2514 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution.

  • Is CVE-2005-2514 easy to exploit?

    CVE-2005-2514 can be relatively easy to exploit if a local user has the necessary permissions.

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