CVE-2005-0970: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2005-0970: Mac OS X 10.3.9 and earlier allows users to install, create, and execute setuid/setgid scripts, contrary to...

Mac OS X 10.3.9 and earlier allows users to install, create, and execute setuid/setgid scripts, contrary to the intended design, which may allow attackers to conduct unauthorized activities with escalated privileges via vulnerable scripts.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 21:35 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This is an old Mac OS X local privilege issue. On Mac OS X 10.3.9 and earlier, users could use setuid or setgid scripts despite the intended design. If a vulnerable privileged script exists, a local attacker may perform unauthorized actions with elevated privileges. Exposure is likely limited to legacy Mac OS X 10.3.9 or earlier hosts. Modern macOS systems are not identified as affected in the supplied sources. Risk is highest where multiple local users, shared shell access, or legacy administrative scripts still exist. Treat this as a legacy-system risk, not a broad modern macOS emergency. Prioritize any remaining Mac OS X 10.3.9 or earlier systems, especially shared systems, because successful abuse can turn ordinary local access into elevated privileges. Mitigation focus: Identify and retire Mac OS X 10.3.9 and earlier systems.; Review Apple advisory APPLE-SA-2005-04-15 for vendor-provided update guidance.; Remove setuid or setgid bits from scripts unless explicitly required..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 22:16 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Apr 22, 2005, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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