What is the severity of CVE-2010-0512?

CVE-2010-0512 is considered to have a medium severity level due to its potential to allow unauthorized access.

How do I fix CVE-2010-0512?

To fix CVE-2010-0512, update your Apple macOS to version 10.6.3 or later.

What systems are affected by CVE-2010-0512?

CVE-2010-0512 affects Apple Mac OS X versions 10.6.0, 10.6.1, and 10.6.2, particularly when using network account servers.

What does CVE-2010-0512 exploit?

CVE-2010-0512 exploits the lack of proper Login Window access control solely based on group membership.

Is there an available patch for CVE-2010-0512?

Yes, a patch is available in the form of an update to macOS 10.6.3 or higher.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2010-0512

critical

9.3

CWE

264

30/3/2010

7/8/2024

CVE-2010-0512

First published: Tue Mar 30 2010(Updated: )

The Accounts Preferences implementation in Apple Mac OS X 10.6 before 10.6.3, when a network account server is used, does not support Login Window access control that is based solely on group membership, which allows attackers to bypass intended access restrictions by entering login credentials.

Credit: product-security@apple.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Apple Mac OS X Server	=10.6.1
Apple Mac OS X Server	=10.6.2
macOS Yosemite	=10.6.1
Apple Mac OS X Server	=10.6.0
macOS Yosemite	=10.6.0
macOS Yosemite	=10.6.2

Remedy

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2010//Mar/msg00001.html

Remedy

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4077

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2010-0512?
CVE-2010-0512 is considered to have a medium severity level due to its potential to allow unauthorized access.
How do I fix CVE-2010-0512?
To fix CVE-2010-0512, update your Apple macOS to version 10.6.3 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2010-0512?
CVE-2010-0512 affects Apple Mac OS X versions 10.6.0, 10.6.1, and 10.6.2, particularly when using network account servers.
What does CVE-2010-0512 exploit?
CVE-2010-0512 exploits the lack of proper Login Window access control solely based on group membership.
Is there an available patch for CVE-2010-0512?
Yes, a patch is available in the form of an update to macOS 10.6.3 or higher.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2010-0512?
CVE-2010-0512 is considered to have a medium severity level due to its potential to allow unauthorized access.
How do I fix CVE-2010-0512?
To fix CVE-2010-0512, update your Apple macOS to version 10.6.3 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2010-0512?
CVE-2010-0512 affects Apple Mac OS X versions 10.6.0, 10.6.1, and 10.6.2, particularly when using network account servers.
What does CVE-2010-0512 exploit?
CVE-2010-0512 exploits the lack of proper Login Window access control solely based on group membership.
Is there an available patch for CVE-2010-0512?
Yes, a patch is available in the form of an update to macOS 10.6.3 or higher.