CVE-2007-3749 describes a kernel vulnerability in Apple Mac OS X versions 10.4 through 10.4.10, where the system fails to reset critical thread ports when executing setuid programs. This oversight allows a local attacker to execute arbitrary code by pre-creating these ports and then writing to the address space of the elevated process. Rated with a CVSS score of 7.8 (High), this vulnerability poses a significant risk due to its local attack vector, low complexity, and potential for complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Despite its severity, there is no evidence of active exploitation, publicly available exploit code, or significant community discussion, and it is not listed on the CISA KEV catalog.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
>= 10.4.0, <= 10.4.10CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.1
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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