CWE
119 190
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2008-1574: Buffer Overflow

First published: Mon Jun 02 2008(Updated: )

Integer overflow in ImageIO in Apple Mac OS X before 10.5.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted JPEG2000 image that triggers a heap-based buffer overflow.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple macOS Server=10.5.2
Apple macOS Server=10.4.11
Apple iOS and macOS=10.5.1
Apple macOS Server=10.5.1
Apple iOS and macOS=10.5
Apple iOS and macOS=10.5.2
Apple iOS and macOS=10.4.11
Apple macOS Server=10.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2008-1574?

    CVE-2008-1574 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution and denial of service.

  • How do I fix CVE-2008-1574?

    To fix CVE-2008-1574, update your Apple Mac OS X to version 10.5.3 or later.

  • What type of attack is associated with CVE-2008-1574?

    CVE-2008-1574 is associated with remote attacks via crafted JPEG2000 images that can exploit the vulnerability.

  • Which versions of macOS are affected by CVE-2008-1574?

    CVE-2008-1574 affects Apple Mac OS X versions 10.4.11 and 10.5.1 to 10.5.2.

  • Can CVE-2008-1574 lead to data loss?

    Yes, CVE-2008-1574 can potentially lead to data loss if arbitrary code is executed by an attacker.

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