CVE-2005-1472

Name: CVE-2005-1472
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-05-19T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.31%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-1472 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Certain system calls in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.1 do not properly enforce the permissions of certain directories without the POSIX read bit set, but with the execute bits set for group or other, which allows local users to list files in otherwise restricted directories.. EPSS estimates a 0.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Certain system calls in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.1 do not properly enforce the permissions of certain directories without the POSIX read bit set, but with the execute bits set for group or other, which allows local users to list files in otherwise restricted directories.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.31%

22.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Mac Os X	10.4.1

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2005/May/msg00004.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2005/May/msg00004.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 19, 2005
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-1472?

How severe is CVE-2005-1472?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-1472 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-1472?

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