CVE-2009-0017: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Feb 13 2009(Updated: )
csregprinter in the Printing component in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.11 and 10.5.6 does not properly handle error conditions, which allows local users to execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors that trigger a heap-based buffer overflow.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5.6 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.11 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.5.6 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-0017?
CVE-2009-0017 has a medium severity due to its potential to allow local users to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2009-0017?
To fix CVE-2009-0017, you should update to the latest version of macOS that addresses this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2009-0017?
CVE-2009-0017 affects Apple Mac OS X versions 10.4.11 and 10.5.6.
Can CVE-2009-0017 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2009-0017 is a local vulnerability, meaning it cannot be exploited remotely and requires local user access.
What does CVE-2009-0017 entail?
CVE-2009-0017 involves a heap-based buffer overflow due to improper error handling in the csregprinter component.
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