Vulnerability Description
rsh in the remote_cmds component in Apple OS X before 10.11 allows local users to obtain root privileges via vectors involving environment variables.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.10.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Sep/msg00008.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/133826/issetugid-rsh-libmalloc-OS-X-Local-R
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/134087/Mac-OS-X-10.9.5-10.10.5-rsh-libmallo
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2015/Oct/5
- http://www.rapid7.com/db/modules/exploit/osx/local/rsh_libmalloc
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/76908
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033703
- https://support.apple.com/HT205267Vendor Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/38371/
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/38540/
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Sep/msg00008.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/133826/issetugid-rsh-libmalloc-OS-X-Local-R
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/134087/Mac-OS-X-10.9.5-10.10.5-rsh-libmallo
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2015/Oct/5
- http://www.rapid7.com/db/modules/exploit/osx/local/rsh_libmalloc
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-5889?
CVE-2015-5889 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). rsh in the remote_cmds component in Apple OS X before 10.11 allows local users to obtain root privileges via vectors involving environment variables.
How severe is CVE-2015-5889?
CVE-2015-5889 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-2015-5889?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X.