CVE-2009-0157: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed May 13 2009(Updated: )
Heap-based buffer overflow in CFNetwork in Apple Mac OS X 10.5 before 10.5.7 allows remote web servers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via long HTTP headers.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple macOS Server | =10.5.2 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5.6 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5.5 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.5.5 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5.1 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.5.1 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.5.6 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5.3 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5.0 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.5.0 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.5.3 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.5.4 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5.2 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5.4 |
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Reference Links
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3549
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/May/msg00002.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35074
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA09-133A.html
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1022211
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1297
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34926
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/50480
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-0157?
CVE-2009-0157 has a critical severity level due to its potential for remote code execution and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2009-0157?
To fix CVE-2009-0157, users should update their Apple Mac OS X to version 10.5.7 or later.
What are the affected versions for CVE-2009-0157?
CVE-2009-0157 affects Apple Mac OS X versions 10.5.0 through 10.5.6.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-0157?
CVE-2009-0157 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
Can CVE-2009-0157 cause data loss?
Yes, CVE-2009-0157 can lead to application crashes, which may result in data loss.
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