CVE-2005-3705: Buffer Overflow
Published Dec 1, 2005
·Updated
Heap-based buffer overflow in WebKit in Mac OS X and OS X Server 10.3.9 and 10.4.3, as used in applications such as Safari, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unknown attack vectors.
Affected Software
4 affected components
Apple iOS and macOS=10.4.3
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.4.3
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.3.9
Apple iOS and macOS=10.3.9
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Dec 1, 2005
CVE Published
02:07 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:02 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:02 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2005-3705?
CVE-2005-3705 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2005-3705?
To mitigate CVE-2005-3705, you should update to a version of Mac OS X or OS X Server that is not affected, specifically versions later than 10.4.3.
3
What applications are affected by CVE-2005-3705?
CVE-2005-3705 affects applications that use WebKit, most notably Safari on Mac OS X and OS X Server.
4
Can CVE-2005-3705 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2005-3705 can be exploited remotely by attackers through specifically crafted web content.
5
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-3705?
CVE-2005-3705 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.