CVE-2008-1517
UnknownEPSS 0.38%
Last modified
CVE-2008-1517 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Array index error in the xnu (Mach) kernel in Apple Mac OS X 10.5 before 10.5.7 allows local users to gain privileges or cause a denial of service (system shutdown) via unspecified vectors related to workqueues.. EPSS estimates a 0.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Array index error in the xnu (Mach) kernel in Apple Mac OS X 10.5 before 10.5.7 allows local users to gain privileges or cause a denial of service (system shutdown) via unspecified vectors related to workqueues.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.5.0 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.5.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.5.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.5.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.5.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.5.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.5.6 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.5.0 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.5.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.5.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.5.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.5.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.5.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.5.6 |
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/May/msg00002.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3549Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA09-133A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/May/msg00002.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3549Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA09-133A.htmlUS Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-1517?
Array index error in the xnu (Mach) kernel in Apple Mac OS X 10.5 before 10.5.7 allows local users to gain privileges or cause a denial of service (system shutdown) via unspecified vectors related to workqueues.
How severe is CVE-2008-1517?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-1517 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1517?
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-2008-1517?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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