CVE-2004-0824

Name: CVE-2004-0824
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2004-12-31T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.65%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2004-0824 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. PPPDialer for Mac OS X 10.2.8 through 10.3.5 allows local users to overwrite system files via a symlink attack on PPPDialer log files.. EPSS estimates a 0.65% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

PPPDialer for Mac OS X 10.2.8 through 10.3.5 allows local users to overwrite system files via a symlink attack on PPPDialer log files.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.65%

46.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Mac Os X	10.2.8
Apple	Mac Os X	10.3
Apple	Mac Os X	10.3.1
Apple	Mac Os X	10.3.2
Apple	Mac Os X	10.3.3
Apple	Mac Os X	10.3.4
Apple	Mac Os X	10.3.5

References

http://securitytracker.com/id?1011175Patch
http://www.auscert.org.au/render.html?it=4363Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/o-212.shtmlVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/advisories/7148Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/11139Patch
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/17298
http://securitytracker.com/id?1011175Patch
http://www.auscert.org.au/render.html?it=4363Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/o-212.shtmlVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/advisories/7148Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/11139Patch
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/17298

Timeline

Published: Dec 31, 2004
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2004-0824?

PPPDialer for Mac OS X 10.2.8 through 10.3.5 allows local users to overwrite system files via a symlink attack on PPPDialer log files.

How severe is CVE-2004-0824?

Severity scoring for CVE-2004-0824 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.65% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2004-0824?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2004-0824?

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Source: NVD / NIST