CVE-2010-0545

Name: CVE-2010-0545
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2010-06-17T16:30:01.437+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.30%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2010-0545 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Finder in DesktopServices in Apple Mac OS X 10.5.8, and 10.6 before 10.6.4, does not set the expected file ownerships during an "Apply to enclosed items" action, which allows local users to bypass intended access restrictions via normal filesystem operations.. EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Finder in DesktopServices in Apple Mac OS X 10.5.8, and 10.6 before 10.6.4, does not set the expected file ownerships during an "Apply to enclosed items" action, which allows local users to bypass intended access restrictions via normal filesystem operations.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.30%

21.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Mac Os X	10.5.8
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	10.6.3
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.5.8
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.6.0
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.6.1
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.6.2
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.6.3

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2010//Jun/msg00001.htmlVendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/40220Vendor Advisory
http://securitytracker.com/id?1024103
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4188Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/40871Patch
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/1481Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2010//Jun/msg00001.htmlVendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/40220Vendor Advisory
http://securitytracker.com/id?1024103
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4188Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/40871Patch
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/1481Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jun 17, 2010
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2010-0545?

How severe is CVE-2010-0545?

Severity scoring for CVE-2010-0545 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2010-0545?

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