CVE-2001-0806
First published: Thu Dec 06 2001(Updated: )
Apple MacOS X 10.0 and 10.1 allow a local user to read and write to a user's desktop folder via insecure default permissions for the Desktop when it is created in some languages.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.0.2 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.0.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.0.3 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.0 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.0.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2001-0806?
CVE-2001-0806 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized access to user desktop folders.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0806?
To fix CVE-2001-0806, users should update to a later version of MacOS X that addresses the insecure default permissions.
What versions of MacOS X are affected by CVE-2001-0806?
CVE-2001-0806 affects Apple MacOS X versions 10.0 and 10.1.
Can CVE-2001-0806 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2001-0806 requires local access to exploit, so it cannot be exploited remotely.
What are the implications of CVE-2001-0806?
The implications of CVE-2001-0806 include unauthorized access to sensitive files stored on a user's desktop.
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