CVE-2005-2713
UnknownEPSS 1.04%
Last modified
CVE-2005-2713 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. passwd in Directory Services in Mac OS X 10.3.x before 10.3.9 and 10.4.x before 10.4.5 allows local users to create arbitrary world-writable files as root by specifying an alternate file in the password database option.. EPSS estimates a 1.04% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
passwd in Directory Services in Mac OS X 10.3.x before 10.3.9 and 10.4.x before 10.4.5 allows local users to create arbitrary world-writable files as root by specifying an alternate file in the password database option.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 10.4.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.3.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.3.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.3.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.3.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.3.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.3.6 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.3.7 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.3.8 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.3.9 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.4.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.4.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.4.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.4.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.4.5 |
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2006/Mar/msg00000.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19064Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/16907Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/16910Exploit, Patch
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-062A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/0791Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2006/Mar/msg00000.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19064Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/16907Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/16910Exploit, Patch
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-062A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/0791Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2005-2713?
passwd in Directory Services in Mac OS X 10.3.x before 10.3.9 and 10.4.x before 10.4.5 allows local users to create arbitrary world-writable files as root by specifying an alternate file in the password database option.
How severe is CVE-2005-2713?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-2713 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.04% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2713?
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-2005-2713?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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