CVE-2005-2521: Buffer Overflow
Published Aug 19, 2005
·Updated
Buffer overflow in traceroute in Mac OS X 10.3.9 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Apple iOS and macOS=10.3.9
Remediation
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-2005-2521?
CVE-2005-2521 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2005-2521?
To fix CVE-2005-2521, upgrade to a patched version of Mac OS X that addresses the buffer overflow issue.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2005-2521?
CVE-2005-2521 affects local users of Mac OS X version 10.3.9.
4
What kind of attack does CVE-2005-2521 enable?
CVE-2005-2521 enables local users to execute arbitrary code through a buffer overflow.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2005-2521?
Currently, there are no known effective workarounds for CVE-2005-2521, and the best course of action is to update the system.