CVE-2005-2521: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 19, 2005
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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

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.

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