CVE-2010-0546
First published: Thu Jun 17 2010(Updated: )
Folder Manager in Apple Mac OS X 10.5.8, and 10.6 before 10.6.4, allows local users to delete arbitrary folders via a symlink attack in conjunction with an unmount operation on a crafted volume, related to the Cleanup At Startup folder.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5.8 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.5.8 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.6.3 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.6.3 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.6.1 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.6.2 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.6.1 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.6.0 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.6.0 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.6.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-0546?
CVE-2010-0546 has a moderate severity level due to the potential for local users to delete arbitrary folders.
How do I fix CVE-2010-0546?
To fix CVE-2010-0546, it is recommended to update to Mac OS X 10.6.4 or later.
What versions of Mac OS X are affected by CVE-2010-0546?
CVE-2010-0546 affects Apple Mac OS X versions 10.5.8 and 10.6 before 10.6.4.
What type of attack does CVE-2010-0546 involve?
CVE-2010-0546 involves a symlink attack that allows the deletion of arbitrary folders.
Is CVE-2010-0546 exploitable remotely?
CVE-2010-0546 is not exploitable remotely; it requires local access to the system.
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