CVE-2009-0020

Name: CVE-2009-0020
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2009-02-13T00:30:04.967+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.90%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2009-0020 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Unspecified vulnerability in CarbonCore in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.11 and 10.5.6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application termination) and execute arbitrary code via a crafted resource fork that triggers memory corruption.. EPSS estimates a 2.90% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in CarbonCore in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.11 and 10.5.6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application termination) and execute arbitrary code via a crafted resource fork that triggers memory corruption.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.90%

85.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-399

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Mac Os X	10.4.11
Apple	Mac Os X	10.5.6
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.4.11
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.5.6

References

Timeline

Published: Feb 13, 2009
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2009-0020?

How severe is CVE-2009-0020?

Severity scoring for CVE-2009-0020 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.90% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2009-0020?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST