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
Remediation
Patch Available
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.