Vulnerability Description
libprop/prop_object.c in proplib in NetBSD 4.0 and 4.0.1 allows local users to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and kernel panic) via a malformed externalized plist (XML form) containing an undefined element.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 4.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- ftp://ftp.netbsd.org/pub/NetBSD/security/advisories/NetBSD-SA2009-003.txt.asc
- http://osvdb.org/55285
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35556Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35466
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1022431
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/51311
- ftp://ftp.netbsd.org/pub/NetBSD/security/advisories/NetBSD-SA2009-003.txt.asc
- http://osvdb.org/55285
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35556Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35466
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1022431
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/51311
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-2483?
CVE-2009-2483 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). libprop/prop_object.c in proplib in NetBSD 4.0 and 4.0.1 allows local users to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and kernel panic) via a malformed externalized plist (XML form) conta...
How severe is CVE-2009-2483?
CVE-2009-2483 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-2009-2483?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Netbsd Netbsd.