CVE-2009-2193: Buffer Overflow
Published Aug 6, 2009
·Updated
Buffer overflow in the kernel in Apple Mac OS X 10.5 before 10.5.8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (system crash) via a crafted AppleTalk response packet.
Affected Software
19 affected components
Apple iOS and macOS=10.5.2-2008-002
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.5.2
Apple iOS and macOS=10.5.6
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 iOS and macOS=10.5
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.5.4
Apple iOS and macOS=10.5.2
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.5.7
Apple iOS and macOS=10.5.7
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.5
Apple iOS and macOS=10.5.4
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Aug 6, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2009-2193?
CVE-2009-2193 is considered critical as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2009-2193?
To remediate CVE-2009-2193, update your Apple Mac OS X to version 10.5.8 or later.
3
Which systems are affected by CVE-2009-2193?
CVE-2009-2193 affects Apple Mac OS X versions 10.5 through 10.5.7.
4
What type of attack does CVE-2009-2193 enable?
CVE-2009-2193 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or crash the system via crafted AppleTalk response packets.
5
When was CVE-2009-2193 discovered?
CVE-2009-2193 was disclosed in August 2009.