CVE-2008-2320: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Aug 04 2008(Updated: )
Stack-based buffer overflow in CarbonCore in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.11 and 10.5.4, iPhone OS 1.0 through 2.2.1, and iPhone OS for iPod touch 1.1 through 2.2.1 allows context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a long filename to the file management API.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.11 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5.4 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.11 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5.4 | |
| Apple CarbonCore |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce//2008/Jul/msg00003.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30483
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30487
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31326
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020602
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1522
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35379
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/jun/msg00002.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3613
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1621
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/Jun/msg00005.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3639
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2268
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44126
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/495040/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-2320?
CVE-2008-2320 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2008-2320?
To mitigate CVE-2008-2320, users should update to the latest version of macOS or Apple software that addresses this vulnerability.
What platforms are affected by CVE-2008-2320?
CVE-2008-2320 affects Apple Mac OS X versions 10.4.11 and 10.5.4, as well as iPhone OS versions 1.0 through 2.2.1.
Can CVE-2008-2320 lead to data loss?
Yes, CVE-2008-2320 can lead to data loss if an attacker exploits the vulnerability to execute arbitrary code.
What type of attack does CVE-2008-2320 facilitate?
CVE-2008-2320 facilitates context-dependent attacks through stack-based buffer overflow, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code.
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