Vulnerability Description
Integer overflow in the searchfs system call in Mac OS X 10.3.9 and earlier allows local users to execute arbitrary code via crafted parameters.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.0 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.0 |
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2005/Apr/msg00000.html
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/185702US Government Resource
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2005/Apr/msg00000.html
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/185702US Government Resource
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-0972?
CVE-2005-0972 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Integer overflow in the searchfs system call in Mac OS X 10.3.9 and earlier allows local users to execute arbitrary code via crafted parameters.
How severe is CVE-2005-0972?
CVE-2005-0972 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-2005-0972?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os X Server.