Vulnerability Description
The Application Firewall in Apple Mac OS X 10.5 does not apply changed settings to processes that are started by launchd until the processes are restarted, which might allow attackers to bypass intended access restrictions.
CVSS Score
10.0
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.5 |
References
- http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=307004Patch
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2007/Nov/msg00004.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27695Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1018958
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26459
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/3897Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/38492
- http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=307004Patch
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2007/Nov/msg00004.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27695Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1018958
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26459
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/3897Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/38492
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-4704?
CVE-2007-4704 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). The Application Firewall in Apple Mac OS X 10.5 does not apply changed settings to processes that are started by launchd until the processes are restarted, which might allow attackers to bypass intend...
How severe is CVE-2007-4704?
CVE-2007-4704 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-4704?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X.