What is the severity of CVE-2009-2824?

CVE-2009-2824 has a severity rating of high due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2009-2824?

To fix CVE-2009-2824, update your Apple Mac OS X to a version later than 10.5.8 that addresses this vulnerability.

What are the affected systems for CVE-2009-2824?

CVE-2009-2824 affects Apple Mac OS X 10.5.8 and Mac OS X Server 10.5.8.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-2824?

CVE-2009-2824 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution.

Can CVE-2009-2824 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2009-2824 can be exploited remotely through crafted embedded fonts in documents.

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CVE-2009-2824

medium

6.8

CWE

119

10/11/2009

7/8/2024

CVE-2009-2824: Buffer Overflow

First published: Tue Nov 10 2009(Updated: )

Multiple buffer overflows in Apple Type Services (ATS) in Apple Mac OS X 10.5.8 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted embedded font in a document.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
macOS Yosemite	=10.5.8
Apple Mac OS X Server	=10.5.8

Remedy

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3937

Remedy

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/36956

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2009-2824?
CVE-2009-2824 has a severity rating of high due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2824?
To fix CVE-2009-2824, update your Apple Mac OS X to a version later than 10.5.8 that addresses this vulnerability.
What are the affected systems for CVE-2009-2824?
CVE-2009-2824 affects Apple Mac OS X 10.5.8 and Mac OS X Server 10.5.8.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-2824?
CVE-2009-2824 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution.
Can CVE-2009-2824 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2009-2824 can be exploited remotely through crafted embedded fonts in documents.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2009-2824?
CVE-2009-2824 has a severity rating of high due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2824?
To fix CVE-2009-2824, update your Apple Mac OS X to a version later than 10.5.8 that addresses this vulnerability.
What are the affected systems for CVE-2009-2824?
CVE-2009-2824 affects Apple Mac OS X 10.5.8 and Mac OS X Server 10.5.8.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-2824?
CVE-2009-2824 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution.
Can CVE-2009-2824 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2009-2824 can be exploited remotely through crafted embedded fonts in documents.