CVE-2010-0512

Name: CVE-2010-0512
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2010-03-30T18:30:00.937+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.66%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2010-0512 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Accounts Preferences implementation in Apple Mac OS X 10.6 before 10.6.3, when a network account server is used, does not support Login Window access control that is based solely on group membership, which allows attackers to bypass intended access restrictions by entering login credentials.. EPSS estimates a 1.66% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Accounts Preferences implementation in Apple Mac OS X 10.6 before 10.6.3, when a network account server is used, does not support Login Window access control that is based solely on group membership, which allows attackers to bypass intended access restrictions by entering login credentials.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.66%

73.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Mac Os X	10.6.0
Apple	Mac Os X	10.6.1
Apple	Mac Os X	10.6.2
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.6.0
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.6.1
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.6.2

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2010//Mar/msg00001.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4077Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/39153
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2010//Mar/msg00001.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4077Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/39153

Timeline

Published: Mar 30, 2010
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2010-0512?

How severe is CVE-2010-0512?

Severity scoring for CVE-2010-0512 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.66% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2010-0512?

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