CVE-2010-0546

Name: CVE-2010-0546
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2010-06-17T16:30:01.467+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.35%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2010-0546 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Folder Manager in Apple Mac OS X 10.5.8, and 10.6 before 10.6.4, allows local users to delete arbitrary folders via a symlink attack in conjunction with an unmount operation on a crafted volume, related to the Cleanup At Startup folder.. EPSS estimates a 0.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Folder Manager in Apple Mac OS X 10.5.8, and 10.6 before 10.6.4, allows local users to delete arbitrary folders via a symlink attack in conjunction with an unmount operation on a crafted volume, related to the Cleanup At Startup folder.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.35%

26.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-59

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-2010-0546?

How severe is CVE-2010-0546?

Severity scoring for CVE-2010-0546 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2010-0546?

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