Vulnerability Description
Multiple memory leaks in XNU 1228.3.13 and earlier on Apple Mac OS X 10.5.6 and earlier allow local users to cause a denial of service (kernel memory consumption) via a crafted (1) SYS_add_profil or (2) SYS___mac_getfsstat system call.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.5.6 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | <= 10.5.6 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34424
- http://www.digit-labs.org/files/exploits/xnu-macfsstat-leak.cExploit
- http://www.digit-labs.org/files/exploits/xnu-profil-leak.cExploit
- http://www.informationweek.com/news/hardware/mac/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=216
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34202Exploit
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/8263
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/8264
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34424
- http://www.digit-labs.org/files/exploits/xnu-macfsstat-leak.cExploit
- http://www.digit-labs.org/files/exploits/xnu-profil-leak.cExploit
- http://www.informationweek.com/news/hardware/mac/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=216
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34202Exploit
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/8263
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/8264
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-1237?
CVE-2009-1237 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). Multiple memory leaks in XNU 1228.3.13 and earlier on Apple Mac OS X 10.5.6 and earlier allow local users to cause a denial of service (kernel memory consumption) via a crafted (1) SYS_add_profil or (...
How severe is CVE-2009-1237?
CVE-2009-1237 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-1237?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os X Server.