CVE-2009-1237
First published: Thu Apr 02 2009(Updated: )
Multiple memory leaks in XNU 1228.3.13 and earlier on Apple Mac OS X 10.5.6 and earlier allow local users to cause a denial of service (kernel memory consumption) via a crafted (1) SYS_add_profil or (2) SYS___mac_getfsstat system call.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.3 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.3 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.3.2 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.1.5 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.1 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.3.0 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.2.5 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.2.2 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5.2-2008-002 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.2.7 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.0.2 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.1.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.2.8 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.2.4 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.2.0 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.5.2 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.10 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.2.1 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.9 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.8 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.1.2 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.3.7 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.11 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.3.5 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.5 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.0 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.1 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.2 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5.5 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.3.3 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.2.7 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.5.5 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.4 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.0.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.10 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.2.3 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.0.3 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.9 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.5.1 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.0 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.8 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.1.4 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.2.4 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.7 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.4 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.3.4 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.2 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5.3 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5.0 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.2.2 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.5.0 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.0 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.7 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.0.0 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.0.4 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.0 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.5.3 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | <=10.5.6 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.2.5 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.1.0 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.1.3 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4 | |
| Apple macOS Server | <=10.5.6 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.5.4 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.5 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.6 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.3 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5.2 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.3.8 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.1.5 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.0.0 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.2.6 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.2.0 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.6 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.3.9 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.0.3 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.2 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.8 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.6 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.1.0 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.8 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.2.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.1.1 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.3.1 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.0.2 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.1.4 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.5 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.9 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.4 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.11 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.8 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.3 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.2.6 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.8 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.2.3 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.5 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.7 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.0.1 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.0 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.2.8 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.2 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.2 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5.4 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.3.6 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.0.4 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.1.3 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.1.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.digit-labs.org/files/exploits/xnu-profil-leak.c
- http://www.digit-labs.org/files/exploits/xnu-macfsstat-leak.c
- http://www.informationweek.com/news/hardware/mac/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=216401181
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34202
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34424
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/8264
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/8263
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-1237?
CVE-2009-1237 has a medium severity level due to its potential to cause denial of service through kernel memory consumption.
How do I fix CVE-2009-1237?
To address CVE-2009-1237, ensure your Apple Mac OS X is updated to version 10.5.7 or later, which contains patches for this vulnerability.
Which versions of macOS are affected by CVE-2009-1237?
CVE-2009-1237 affects Apple Mac OS X versions 10.5.6 and earlier, as well as older versions like 10.4 and 10.3.
What causes CVE-2009-1237?
CVE-2009-1237 is caused by multiple memory leaks in the kernel related to specific system calls, which leads to resource exhaustion.
Who can exploit CVE-2009-1237?
Local users with access to the affected systems can exploit CVE-2009-1237 to cause denial of service.
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