CVE-2008-4212
First published: Fri Oct 10 2008(Updated: )
Unspecified vulnerability in rlogind in the rlogin component in Mac OS X 10.4.11 and 10.5.5 applies hosts.equiv entries to root despite what is stated in documentation, which might allow remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.11 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5.5 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.5.5 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.11 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31681
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2008/Oct/msg00001.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3216
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31708
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32222
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1021028
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2780
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45785
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-4212?
CVE-2008-4212 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized remote access.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4212?
To fix CVE-2008-4212, you should update your Mac OS X to a version that is not affected by this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2008-4212?
CVE-2008-4212 affects Mac OS X versions 10.4.11 and 10.5.5.
What should I be aware of regarding CVE-2008-4212?
You should be aware that CVE-2008-4212 allows remote attackers to bypass access restrictions based on hosts.equiv entries.
How can I verify if my system is vulnerable to CVE-2008-4212?
You can verify if your system is vulnerable to CVE-2008-4212 by checking if you are running Mac OS X versions 10.4.11 or 10.5.5.
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