Vulnerability Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the Core Foundation Library in Mac OS X 10.3.5 and 10.3.6, and possibly earlier versions, allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long CF_CHARSET_PATH environment variable.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.3 |
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2005/Mar/msg00000.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.idefense.com/application/poi/display?id=219&type=vulnerabilitiesVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/13224
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2005/Mar/msg00000.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.idefense.com/application/poi/display?id=219&type=vulnerabilitiesVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/13224
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-0716?
CVE-2005-0716 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Stack-based buffer overflow in the Core Foundation Library in Mac OS X 10.3.5 and 10.3.6, and possibly earlier versions, allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long CF_CHARSET_PATH environ...
How severe is CVE-2005-0716?
CVE-2005-0716 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-0716?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os X Server.