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CVE-2003-0878: slpd daemon in Mac OS X before 10.3 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on...

slpd daemon in Mac OS X before 10.3 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a temporary file, a different vulnerability than CVE-2003-0875.

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This is an old Mac OS X local-user vulnerability in the slpd daemon. On systems before Mac OS X 10.3, a local user could abuse temporary-file handling to overwrite arbitrary files. It matters mainly where obsolete Mac OS X hosts still exist with local user access. Exposure is likely limited to legacy Mac OS X systems before 10.3, especially hosts running slpd and allowing local user access. The provided affected-product metadata is incomplete. Low for modern environments; higher if legacy Mac OS X systems remain operational. Treat this as a legacy asset-risk issue requiring inventory confirmation, not an internet-wide emergency. Mitigation focus: Upgrade affected Mac OS X systems to 10.3 or later where feasible.; Check Apple advisory guidance for the applicable security update path.; Restrict local interactive access on any affected legacy hosts..

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