CVE-2007-2407: Medium severity Apple iOS and macOS vulnerability

Published Aug 3, 2007

Updated

The Samba server on Apple Mac OS X 10.3.9 and 10.4.10, when Windows file sharing is enabled, does not enforce disk quotas after dropping privileges, which allows remote authenticated users to use disk space in excess of quota.

Affected Software

5 affected components

Apple iOS and macOS=10.3.9

Apple iOS and macOS=10.4.10

Apple Mac OS X Server=10.3.9

Apple Mac OS X Server=10.4.10

Samba Samba server

Remediation

Patch Available

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25159

Event History

Aug 3, 2007

CVE Published

10:17 AM

Data Sourced

10:17 AM

DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software

CVE Published

via MITRE·02:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·02:00 PM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2007-2407?

CVE-2007-2407 has a medium severity rating as it allows remote authenticated users to exceed disk quotas.

How do I fix CVE-2007-2407?

To fix CVE-2007-2407, ensure that the Samba server is updated to the latest version and configure disk quotas correctly after dropping privileges.

Which versions of Mac OS X are affected by CVE-2007-2407?

CVE-2007-2407 affects Apple Mac OS X versions 10.3.9 and 10.4.10.

Can CVE-2007-2407 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2007-2407 can be exploited remotely by authenticated users who can manipulate disk usage.

What impact does CVE-2007-2407 have on disk quotas?

CVE-2007-2407 allows remote authenticated users to use disk space beyond their assigned quotas, potentially leading to resource exhaustion.