Vulnerability Description
slpd daemon in Mac OS X before 10.3 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a temporary file, a different vulnerability than CVE-2003-0875.
CVSS Score
2.1
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.3 |
References
- http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=61798PatchVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/mhonarc/security-announce/msg00038.html
- http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=61798PatchVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/mhonarc/security-announce/msg00038.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2003-0878?
CVE-2003-0878 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). slpd daemon in Mac OS X before 10.3 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a temporary file, a different vulnerability than CVE-2003-0875.
How severe is CVE-2003-0878?
CVE-2003-0878 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2003-0878?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X.