CVE-2007-0724
UnknownEPSS 0.79%
Last modified
CVE-2007-0724 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The IOKit HID interface in Apple Mac OS X 10.3.9 and 10.4 through 10.4.8 does not sufficiently limit access to certain controls, which allows local users to gain privileges by using HID device events to read keystrokes from the console.. EPSS estimates a 0.79% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The IOKit HID interface in Apple Mac OS X 10.3.9 and 10.4 through 10.4.8 does not sufficiently limit access to certain controls, which allows local users to gain privileges by using HID device events to read keystrokes from the console.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 10.4.6 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.7 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.8 |
| 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 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.4.6 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.4.7 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.4.8 |
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2007/Mar/msg00002.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-072A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-109A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2007/Mar/msg00002.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-072A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-109A.htmlUS Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2007-0724?
The IOKit HID interface in Apple Mac OS X 10.3.9 and 10.4 through 10.4.8 does not sufficiently limit access to certain controls, which allows local users to gain privileges by using HID device events to read keystrokes from the console.
How severe is CVE-2007-0724?
Severity scoring for CVE-2007-0724 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.79% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2007-0724?
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-2007-0724?
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