CVE-2009-2833: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Nov 10 2009(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in the UCCompareTextDefault API in International Components for Unicode in Apple Mac OS X 10.5.8 allows context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via unspecified vectors.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5.8 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.5.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-2833?
CVE-2009-2833 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2833?
Fixing CVE-2009-2833 involves applying the security update provided by Apple for Mac OS X 10.5.8.
What systems are affected by CVE-2009-2833?
CVE-2009-2833 affects Apple Mac OS X 10.5.8 and Apple Mac OS X Server 10.5.8.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-2833?
CVE-2009-2833 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that can lead to application crashes or arbitrary code execution.
Who can exploit CVE-2009-2833?
CVE-2009-2833 can be exploited by context-dependent attackers, meaning that local conditions may facilitate the attack.
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