CVE-2009-0138

Name: CVE-2009-0138
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2009-02-13T00:30:05.017+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 4.20%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2009-0138 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. servermgrd (Server Manager) in Apple Mac OS X 10.5.6 does not properly validate authentication credentials, which allows remote attackers to modify the system configuration.. EPSS estimates a 4.20% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

servermgrd (Server Manager) in Apple Mac OS X 10.5.6 does not properly validate authentication credentials, which allows remote attackers to modify the system configuration.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

4.20%

89.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-287

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Mac Os X	10.5.6
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.5.6

References

Timeline

Published: Feb 13, 2009
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2009-0138?

servermgrd (Server Manager) in Apple Mac OS X 10.5.6 does not properly validate authentication credentials, which allows remote attackers to modify the system configuration.

How severe is CVE-2009-0138?

Severity scoring for CVE-2009-0138 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.20% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2009-0138?

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-2009-0138?

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Source: NVD / NIST