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CVE-2008-4218

Multiple integer overflows in the kernel in Apple Mac OS X before 10.5.6 on Inte...

High CVSS 7.2

Overview

Multiple integer overflows in the kernel in Apple Mac OS X before 10.5.6 on Intel platforms allow local users to gain privileges via a crafted call to (1) i386_set_ldt or (2) i386_get_ldt.

CWE: CWE-189 Published: 2008-12-17T01:30:00.327
Risk analysis

This vulnerability is rated 🟠 HIGH.

  • CVSS: 7.2 (HIGH)
  • Detected tags: none (tag impact: LOW)

Recommended actions:

  • Prioritize remediation based on business criticality and exposure.
  • Limit exposure and increase monitoring until fixed.

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