CVE-2008-1578

Name: CVE-2008-1578
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-06-02T21:30:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.37%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-1578 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The sso_util program in Single Sign-On in Apple Mac OS X before 10.5.3 places passwords on the command line, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by listing the process.. EPSS estimates a 0.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The sso_util program in Single Sign-On in Apple Mac OS X before 10.5.3 places passwords on the command line, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by listing the process.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.37%

29.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-200

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Mac Os X	10.4.11
Apple	Mac Os X	10.5
Apple	Mac Os X	10.5.1
Apple	Mac Os X	10.5.2
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.4.11
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.5
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.5.1
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.5.2

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2008//May/msg00001.htmlPatch
http://secunia.com/advisories/30430Vendor Advisory
http://securitytracker.com/id?1020142
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29412
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29520
http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-150A.htmlPatch, US Government Resource
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1697Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/42725
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2008//May/msg00001.htmlPatch
http://secunia.com/advisories/30430Vendor Advisory
http://securitytracker.com/id?1020142
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29412
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29520
http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-150A.htmlPatch, US Government Resource
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1697Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/42725

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-1578?

The sso_util program in Single Sign-On in Apple Mac OS X before 10.5.3 places passwords on the command line, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by listing the process.

How severe is CVE-2008-1578?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-1578 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-1578?

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-2008-1578?

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Source: NVD / NIST