CVE-2005-2526
First published: Fri Aug 19 2005(Updated: )
CUPS in Mac OS X 10.3.9 and 10.4.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) by sending a partial IPP request and closing the connection.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| CUPS (Common UNIX Printing System) | =1.2.10 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.9 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-2526?
CVE-2005-2526 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service through excessive CPU consumption.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2526?
To fix CVE-2005-2526, it is recommended to upgrade CUPS to a version later than 1.2.10 or apply any available patches from Apple.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2005-2526?
CVE-2005-2526 affects CUPS version 1.2.10 and Mac OS X versions 10.3.9 and 10.4.2.
Can CVE-2005-2526 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2005-2526 can be exploited remotely by attackers who send malformed IPP requests to the affected systems.
What impact does CVE-2005-2526 have on systems?
CVE-2005-2526 can lead to high CPU usage, resulting in a denial of service and potentially affecting system performance.
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