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CVE-2009-1237

MediumPublished

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...

Published: Apr 2, 2009
Updated: Aug 7, 2024
Assigning CNA: mitre
Evidence observed: Mar 23, 2009

Primary CVSS

4.9/ 10Medium

nvd · CVSS 2.0

AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:C

EPSS probability estimate

0.9%

Low · next 30 days

Percentile: 58.0%
Model date: Sep 21, 2026

EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.

Summary

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.

Sources

Apple Mac OSX xnu 1228.3.13 - 'macfsstat' Local Kernel Memory Leak/Denial of ServiceExploit
mu-b · osx · Mar 23, 2009
Apple Mac OSX xnu 1228.3.13 - 'Profil' Kernel Memory Leak/Denial of Service (PoC)Exploit
mu-b · osx · Mar 23, 2009

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