7.6
CWE
264
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2005-0970

First published: Fri Apr 22 2005(Updated: )

Mac OS X 10.3.9 and earlier allows users to install, create, and execute setuid/setgid scripts, contrary to the intended design, which may allow attackers to conduct unauthorized activities with escalated privileges via vulnerable scripts.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple iOS and macOS=10.2.5
Apple iOS and macOS=10.2.7
Apple iOS and macOS=10.0.2
Apple iOS and macOS=10.2.8
Apple iOS and macOS=10.2.1
Apple iOS and macOS=10.3.1
Apple iOS and macOS=10.3.5
Apple iOS and macOS=10.1
Apple iOS and macOS=10.0.1
Apple iOS and macOS=10.0.3
Apple iOS and macOS=10.1.4
Apple iOS and macOS=10.2.4
Apple iOS and macOS=10.3.2
Apple iOS and macOS=10.2.2
Apple iOS and macOS=10.0
Apple iOS and macOS=10.3.7
Apple iOS and macOS=10.1.3
Apple iOS and macOS=10.3.6
Apple iOS and macOS=10.1.5
Apple iOS and macOS=10.3.8
Apple iOS and macOS=10.1.1
Apple iOS and macOS=10.3.9
Apple iOS and macOS=10.3.4
Apple iOS and macOS=10.3.3
Apple iOS and macOS=10.2.6
Apple iOS and macOS=10.2.3
Apple iOS and macOS=10.2
Apple iOS and macOS=10.3
Apple iOS and macOS=10.0.4
Apple iOS and macOS=10.1.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2005-0970?

    CVE-2005-0970 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized escalated privileges.

  • How do I fix CVE-2005-0970?

    To fix CVE-2005-0970, ensure your Mac OS X is updated to a version later than 10.3.9 where this vulnerability has been addressed.

  • What are the primary risks associated with CVE-2005-0970?

    The primary risks include the ability for attackers to create and execute malicious scripts with elevated privileges.

  • Which versions of Mac OS X are affected by CVE-2005-0970?

    CVE-2005-0970 affects Mac OS X versions 10.0 through 10.3.9.

  • Is CVE-2005-0970 still a threat today?

    CVE-2005-0970 is less of a threat today, but systems running affected versions remain vulnerable if not updated.

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