What is the severity of CVE-2010-0522?

The severity of CVE-2010-0522 is considered medium, as it allows unauthorized access to server features.

How do I fix CVE-2010-0522?

To fix CVE-2010-0522, you should update to a version of Mac OS X Server that includes security patches addressing this vulnerability.

Who is affected by CVE-2010-0522?

CVE-2010-0522 affects users of Apple Mac OS X Server version 10.5.8, particularly those with former admin group memberships.

What is the impact of CVE-2010-0522?

The impact of CVE-2010-0522 is that remote authenticated users can exploit previous admin privileges to gain unauthorized access via screen sharing.

Are there any workarounds for CVE-2010-0522?

As a workaround for CVE-2010-0522, review and revoke former admin privileges for users who no longer require them.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2010-0522

critical

CWE

264

30/3/2010

3/10/2022

7/8/2024

CVE-2010-0522

First published: Tue Mar 30 2010(Updated: )

Server Admin in Apple Mac OS X Server 10.5.8 does not properly determine the privileges of users who had former membership in the admin group, which allows remote authenticated users to leverage this former membership to obtain a server connection via screen sharing.

Credit: product-security@apple.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Apple macOS Server	=10.5.8

Remedy

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2010-0522?
The severity of CVE-2010-0522 is considered medium, as it allows unauthorized access to server features.
How do I fix CVE-2010-0522?
To fix CVE-2010-0522, you should update to a version of Mac OS X Server that includes security patches addressing this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2010-0522?
CVE-2010-0522 affects users of Apple Mac OS X Server version 10.5.8, particularly those with former admin group memberships.
What is the impact of CVE-2010-0522?
The impact of CVE-2010-0522 is that remote authenticated users can exploit previous admin privileges to gain unauthorized access via screen sharing.
Are there any workarounds for CVE-2010-0522?
As a workaround for CVE-2010-0522, review and revoke former admin privileges for users who no longer require them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2010-0522?
The severity of CVE-2010-0522 is considered medium, as it allows unauthorized access to server features.
How do I fix CVE-2010-0522?
To fix CVE-2010-0522, you should update to a version of Mac OS X Server that includes security patches addressing this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2010-0522?
CVE-2010-0522 affects users of Apple Mac OS X Server version 10.5.8, particularly those with former admin group memberships.
What is the impact of CVE-2010-0522?
The impact of CVE-2010-0522 is that remote authenticated users can exploit previous admin privileges to gain unauthorized access via screen sharing.
Are there any workarounds for CVE-2010-0522?
As a workaround for CVE-2010-0522, review and revoke former admin privileges for users who no longer require them.