Vulnerability Description
Array index error in the xnu (Mach) kernel in Apple Mac OS X 10.5 before 10.5.7 allows local users to gain privileges or cause a denial of service (system shutdown) via unspecified vectors related to workqueues.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=797
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/May/msg00002.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35074
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3549PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1022213
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA09-133A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1297
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/50489
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=797
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/May/msg00002.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35074
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3549PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1022213
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA09-133A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1297
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-1517?
CVE-2008-1517 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Array index error in the xnu (Mach) kernel in Apple Mac OS X 10.5 before 10.5.7 allows local users to gain privileges or cause a denial of service (system shutdown) via unspecified vectors related to ...
How severe is CVE-2008-1517?
CVE-2008-1517 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-1517?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os X Server.