CVE-2008-1576

Name: CVE-2008-1576
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-06-02T21:30:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 4.23%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-1576 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Mail in Apple Mac OS X before 10.5, when an IPv6 SMTP server is used, does not properly initialize memory, which might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash), or obtain sensitive information (memory contents) in opportunistic circumstances, by sending an e-mail message.. EPSS estimates a 4.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Mail in Apple Mac OS X before 10.5, when an IPv6 SMTP server is used, does not properly initialize memory, which might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash), or obtain sensitive information (memory contents) in opportunistic circumstances, by sending an e-mail message.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

4.23%

89.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-399

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Mac Os X	10.0
Apple	Mac Os X	10.1
Apple	Mac Os X	10.2
Apple	Mac Os X	10.3
Apple	Mac Os X	10.4

References

Timeline

Published: Jun 2, 2008
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-1576?

How severe is CVE-2008-1576?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-1576 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-1576?

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