CVE-2003-0490: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2003-0490: The installation of Dantz Retrospect Client 5.0.540 on MacOS X 10.2.6, and possibly other versions, creates...

The installation of Dantz Retrospect Client 5.0.540 on MacOS X 10.2.6, and possibly other versions, creates critical directories and files with world-writable permissions, which allows local users to gain privileges as other users by replacing programs with malicious code.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 01:58 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This is a legacy local privilege risk in Dantz Retrospect Client 5.0.540 on Mac OS X 10.2.6, possibly other versions. The installer reportedly created important files and directories that any local user could modify, allowing tampering that could run code as another user. Exposure is likely limited to legacy Mac OS X systems running Dantz Retrospect Client 5.0.540, especially Mac OS X 10.2.6. The CVE notes other versions may be affected, but the supplied sources do not confirm them. Treat this as a legacy hygiene issue with privilege escalation impact. Prioritize if any still-operational Mac systems run the affected Retrospect Client, especially shared machines or systems with multiple local users. Mitigation focus: Inventory legacy Mac systems for Dantz Retrospect Client 5.0.540.; Check vendor or successor guidance for fixed builds or removal advice.; Restrict local user access on systems that still require the client..

Prepared: Jun 30, 2026, 10:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jun 28, 2003, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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