Vulnerability Description
Launch Services in Apple Mac OS X 10.5 through 10.5.1 allows an uninstalled application to be launched if it is in a Time Machine backup, which might allow local users to bypass intended security restrictions or exploit vulnerabilities in the application.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=307430
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2008/Feb/msg00002.htmlPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28891
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27736
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019360
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-043B.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0495/references
- http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=307430
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2008/Feb/msg00002.htmlPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28891
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27736
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019360
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-043B.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0495/references
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-0038?
CVE-2008-0038 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 1.9 (LOW). Launch Services in Apple Mac OS X 10.5 through 10.5.1 allows an uninstalled application to be launched if it is in a Time Machine backup, which might allow local users to bypass intended security rest...
How severe is CVE-2008-0038?
CVE-2008-0038 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 1.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-0038?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X.