CVE-2005-2509
UnknownEPSS 0.39%
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CVE-2005-2509 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Unknown vulnerability in loginwindow in Mac OS X 10.4.2 and earlier, when Fast User Switching is enabled, allows attackers to log into other accounts if they know the passwords to at least two accounts.. EPSS estimates a 0.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Unknown vulnerability in loginwindow in Mac OS X 10.4.2 and earlier, when Fast User Switching is enabled, allows attackers to log into other accounts if they know the passwords to at least two accounts.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.0 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.0.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.0.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.0.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.0.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.1.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.1.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.1.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.1.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.1.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.2.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.2.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.2.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.2.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.2.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.2.6 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.2.7 |
| 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 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3.6 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3.7 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3.8 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3.9 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.9 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.0 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.1.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.1.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.1.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.1.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.1.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.2.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.2.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.2.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.2.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.2.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.2.6 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.2.7 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.2.8 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.3 |
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- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2005-2509?
Unknown vulnerability in loginwindow in Mac OS X 10.4.2 and earlier, when Fast User Switching is enabled, allows attackers to log into other accounts if they know the passwords to at least two accounts.
How severe is CVE-2005-2509?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-2509 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2509?
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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