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CVE-2008-3609

UnknownEPSS 0.36%

Last modified

CVE-2008-3609 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The kernel in Apple Mac OS X 10.5 through 10.5.4 does not properly flush cached credentials during recycling (aka purging) of a vnode, which might allow local users to bypass the intended read or write permissions of a file.. EPSS estimates a 0.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The kernel in Apple Mac OS X 10.5 through 10.5.4 does not properly flush cached credentials during recycling (aka purging) of a vnode, which might allow local users to bypass the intended read or write permissions of a file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.36%

27.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
AppleMac Os X10.5
AppleMac Os X10.5.1
AppleMac Os X10.5.2
AppleMac Os X10.5.3
AppleMac Os X10.5.4
AppleMac Os X Server10.5
AppleMac Os X Server10.5.1
AppleMac Os X Server10.5.2
AppleMac Os X Server10.5.3
AppleMac Os X Server10.5.4

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-3609?
The kernel in Apple Mac OS X 10.5 through 10.5.4 does not properly flush cached credentials during recycling (aka purging) of a vnode, which might allow local users to bypass the intended read or write permissions of a file.
How severe is CVE-2008-3609?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-3609 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3609?
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