CVE-2009-2191
First published: Thu Aug 06 2009(Updated: )
Format string vulnerability in Login Window in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.11 and 10.5 before 10.5.8 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via format string specifiers in an application name.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Mac OS X Server | =10.4.11 | |
| Apple Mac OS X Server | =10.5.5 | |
| Apple Mac OS X Server | =10.5.6 | |
| macOS Yosemite | =10.5 | |
| Apple Mac OS X Server | =10.5.7 | |
| macOS Yosemite | =10.5.6 | |
| macOS Yosemite | =10.5.7 | |
| macOS Yosemite | =10.4.11 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35954
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/Aug/msg00001.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3757
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/2172
- http://secunia.com/advisories/36096
- http://osvdb.org/56840
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA09-218A.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/52428
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-2191?
CVE-2009-2191 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution or cause application crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2191?
To fix CVE-2009-2191, users should upgrade to Apple Mac OS X 10.5.8 or later versions to mitigate the vulnerability.
What versions of Mac OS X are affected by CVE-2009-2191?
CVE-2009-2191 affects Mac OS X versions 10.4.11 and all 10.5 versions prior to 10.5.8.
What type of attack is possible with CVE-2009-2191?
CVE-2009-2191 could be exploited to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service through a format string vulnerability.
What is the impact of CVE-2009-2191 on Mac OS X users?
Users of affected Mac OS X versions could experience system crashes or unauthorized code execution, compromising user security.
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