CVE-2005-2748: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2005-2748: The malloc function in the libSystem library in Apple Mac OS X 10.3.9 and 10.4.2 allows local users to over...

The malloc function in the libSystem library in Apple Mac OS X 10.3.9 and 10.4.2 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files by setting the MallocLogFile environment variable to the target file before running a setuid application.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedSep 17, 2024, 03:59 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE-2005-2748 is a local file overwrite issue in Apple Mac OS X. A user already on the system could abuse an environment variable before launching a setuid application, potentially damaging or replacing files they should not control. Exposure is limited to Apple Mac OS X 10.3.9 and 10.4.2 systems where local users can execute setuid applications. The bundle does not identify other affected Apple products or versions. Treat this as a legacy-system risk rather than an internet-wide emergency. Prioritize if affected Macs remain in shared, regulated, or operational environments where local users are not fully trusted. Mitigation focus: Review Apple advisory APPLE-SA-2005-09-22 for vendor-provided fixes.; Apply the relevant Apple security update where available.; Retire or isolate Mac OS X 10.3.9 and 10.4.2 systems..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 17:15 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Oct 25, 2005, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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