What is the severity of CVE-2009-2826?

CVE-2009-2826 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2009-2826?

To fix CVE-2009-2826, users should update their Mac OS X to the latest version provided by Apple.

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2009-2826?

CVE-2009-2826 can be exploited through specially crafted PDF documents that lead to integer overflows.

What versions of Mac OS X are affected by CVE-2009-2826?

CVE-2009-2826 affects Mac OS X 10.5.8 and Mac OS X Server 10.5.8.

What are the potential consequences of CVE-2009-2826 exploitation?

Exploitation of CVE-2009-2826 can lead to arbitrary code execution or application crashes.

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CVE-2009-2826

medium

6.8

CWE

189 119 190

10/11/2009

7/8/2024

CVE-2009-2826: Buffer Overflow

First published: Tue Nov 10 2009(Updated: )

Multiple integer overflows in CoreGraphics in Apple Mac OS X 10.5.8 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted PDF document that triggers a heap-based buffer overflow.

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-2009-2826?
CVE-2009-2826 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2826?
To fix CVE-2009-2826, users should update their Mac OS X to the latest version provided by Apple.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2009-2826?
CVE-2009-2826 can be exploited through specially crafted PDF documents that lead to integer overflows.
What versions of Mac OS X are affected by CVE-2009-2826?
CVE-2009-2826 affects Mac OS X 10.5.8 and Mac OS X Server 10.5.8.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2009-2826 exploitation?
Exploitation of CVE-2009-2826 can lead to arbitrary code execution or application crashes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2009-2826?
CVE-2009-2826 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2826?
To fix CVE-2009-2826, users should update their Mac OS X to the latest version provided by Apple.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2009-2826?
CVE-2009-2826 can be exploited through specially crafted PDF documents that lead to integer overflows.
What versions of Mac OS X are affected by CVE-2009-2826?
CVE-2009-2826 affects Mac OS X 10.5.8 and Mac OS X Server 10.5.8.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2009-2826 exploitation?
Exploitation of CVE-2009-2826 can lead to arbitrary code execution or application crashes.