CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2005-2510

First published: Fri Aug 19 2005(Updated: )

The Server Admin tool in servermgr_ipfilter for Mac OS X 10.4 to 10.4.2, when using multiple subnets and Address Groups, does not always properly write firewall rules to the Active Rules when certain conditions occur, which could result in firewall policies that are less restrictive than intended by the administrator.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple macOS Server=10.4.2
Apple macOS Server=10.4.1
Apple macOS Server=10.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2005-2510?

    CVE-2005-2510 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to create less restrictive firewall policies.

  • How do I fix CVE-2005-2510?

    To fix CVE-2005-2510, ensure that the firewall rules are manually verified and updated on the affected Mac OS X Server versions.

  • What versions of Mac OS X are affected by CVE-2005-2510?

    CVE-2005-2510 affects Mac OS X Server versions 10.4, 10.4.1, and 10.4.2.

  • What is the impact of CVE-2005-2510?

    The impact of CVE-2005-2510 is the potential exposure of systems to unauthorized access due to improperly written firewall rules.

  • Is there a patch for CVE-2005-2510?

    As of now, no official patch is provided for CVE-2005-2510, so manual rule verification is recommended.

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