Vulnerability Description
Event Monitor in Apple Mac OS X 10.5.8 does not properly handle crafted authentication data sent to an SSH daemon, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via vectors involving processing of XML log documents by other services, related to a "log injection" issue.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.5.8 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/Nov/msg00000.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3937PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/36956Patch
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/3184
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/Nov/msg00000.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3937PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/36956Patch
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/3184
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-2829?
CVE-2009-2829 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Event Monitor in Apple Mac OS X 10.5.8 does not properly handle crafted authentication data sent to an SSH daemon, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via vectors involving proc...
How severe is CVE-2009-2829?
CVE-2009-2829 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-2009-2829?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X Server.