Vulnerability Description
Algorithmic complexity vulnerability in CoreFoundation in Mac OS X 10.3.9 and 10.4.2 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via crafted Gregorian dates.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/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.htmlPatch
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2005/Aug/msg00000.htmlPatch
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014697
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2005//Aug/msg00001.htmlPatch
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2005/Aug/msg00000.htmlPatch
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014697
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-2506?
CVE-2005-2506 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Algorithmic complexity vulnerability in CoreFoundation in Mac OS X 10.3.9 and 10.4.2 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via crafted Gregorian dates.
How severe is CVE-2005-2506?
CVE-2005-2506 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-2506?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os X Server.