CVE-2007-5863: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2007-5863: Software Update in Apple Mac OS X 10.5.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a man-in...

Software Update in Apple Mac OS X 10.5.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a man-in-the-middle (MITM) attack between the client and the server, using a modified distribution definition file with the "allow-external-scripts" option.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 15:47 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This flaw affects Apple Software Update on Mac OS X 10.5.1. If an attacker can intercept update traffic, they may alter an update definition file so the update process runs arbitrary commands. The source bundle does not provide CVSS scoring or evidence of active exploitation. Exposure is limited to environments with legacy Apple Mac OS X 10.5.1 Software Update clients. The bundle does not identify modern macOS versions or broader affected products. Prioritize only if legacy Mac OS X 10.5.1 assets exist or are discovered. If present, remediate quickly because the affected trust path is software updating and the impact is arbitrary command execution. Mitigation focus: Check Apple advisory APPLE-SA-2007-12-17 and article 307179 for fixed Software Update guidance.; Upgrade or retire any systems confirmed as Mac OS X 10.5.1.; Keep legacy update traffic off untrusted networks until vendor guidance is verified..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 19:45 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Dec 19, 2007, 21:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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macos-software-update-command-execution(39111)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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