CVE-2008-0988
First published: Tue Mar 18 2008(Updated: )
Off-by-one error in the Libsystem strnstr API in libc on Apple Mac OS X 10.4.11 allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via crafted arguments that trigger a buffer over-read.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.11 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.11 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2008/Mar/msg00001.html
- http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=307562
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019661
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-079A.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28304
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28374
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29420
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0924/references
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-0988?
CVE-2008-0988 has a severity level that can lead to a denial of service due to a buffer over-read.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0988?
To fix CVE-2008-0988, you should apply the latest security patches provided by Apple for Mac OS X 10.4.11.
Who is affected by CVE-2008-0988?
CVE-2008-0988 affects users running Apple Mac OS X and macOS Server 10.4.11.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2008-0988?
CVE-2008-0988 is identified as an off-by-one error that can lead to a crash.
What kind of attack is possible with CVE-2008-0988?
CVE-2008-0988 allows context-dependent attackers to exploit the vulnerability and potentially cause a denial of service.
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