Vulnerability Description
The Repair Permissions tool in Disk Utility in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.11 adds the setuid bit to the emacs executable file, which allows local users to gain privileges by executing commands within emacs.
CVSS Score
4.6
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.11 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.4.11 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce//2008/Jul/msg00003.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31326Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30483
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30492
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020605
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2268
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44132
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce//2008/Jul/msg00003.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31326Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30483
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30492
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020605
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2268
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44132
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-2324?
CVE-2008-2324 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). The Repair Permissions tool in Disk Utility in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.11 adds the setuid bit to the emacs executable file, which allows local users to gain privileges by executing commands within emacs.
How severe is CVE-2008-2324?
CVE-2008-2324 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-2324?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os X Server.