CVE-2009-0156: Input Validation

Published May 13, 2009
·
Updated

Launch Services in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.11 and 10.5 before 10.5.7 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (persistent Finder crash) via a crafted Mach-O executable that triggers an out-of-bounds memory read.

Affected Software

16 affected components
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.5.2
Apple iOS and macOS=10.5.6
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.4.11
Apple iOS and macOS=10.5.5
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.5.5
Apple iOS and macOS=10.5.1
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.5.1
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.5.6
Apple iOS and macOS=10.5.3
Apple iOS and macOS=10.5.0
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.5.0
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.5.3
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.5.4
Apple iOS and macOS=10.5.2
Apple iOS and macOS=10.4.11
Apple iOS and macOS=10.5.4

Event History

May 13, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:14 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:14 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-0156?

CVE-2009-0156 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability that can lead to denial of service through a persistent Finder crash.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-0156?

To fix CVE-2009-0156, update your Mac OS X to version 10.5.7 or later, which includes the security patch.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2009-0156?

CVE-2009-0156 affects Apple Mac OS X versions 10.4.11 and 10.5.x up to 10.5.6.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-0156?

CVE-2009-0156 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service.

5

Can CVE-2009-0156 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2009-0156 can be exploited remotely by sending a crafted Mach-O executable.

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