Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in AppKit for Mac OS X 10.3.9 and 10.4.2, as used in applications such as TextEdit, allows external user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Microsoft Word file.
CVSS Score
5.1
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:H/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3.9 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.3.9 |
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2005//Aug/msg00001.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2005/Aug/msg00000.html
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014695
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/172948US Government Resource
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA05-229A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2005//Aug/msg00001.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2005/Aug/msg00000.html
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014695
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/172948US Government Resource
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA05-229A.htmlUS Government Resource
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-2502?
CVE-2005-2502 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.1 (MEDIUM). Buffer overflow in AppKit for Mac OS X 10.3.9 and 10.4.2, as used in applications such as TextEdit, allows external user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Microsoft Word file.
How severe is CVE-2005-2502?
CVE-2005-2502 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-2502?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os X Server.