Security readout for executives and security teams
This flaw lets a remote user ask Apple’s AFP file server for files outside the intended shared folders. If an exposed, vulnerable Mac OS X AFP server is still in use, sensitive local files could be read without the share boundary protecting them. Exposure is most likely on legacy Mac OS X systems before 10.5.3 with AFP Server or file sharing enabled and reachable by remote users. The provided affected-product metadata is incomplete, so scope should be confirmed against Apple’s advisory. Prioritize remediation if any legacy AFP servers remain operational, especially in environments with sensitive local files or broad network reachability. For modern fleets with no pre-10.5.3 Mac OS X AFP servers, urgency is low after verification. Mitigation focus: Upgrade affected Mac OS X systems to 10.5.3 or later.; Apply the relevant Apple security update from the vendor advisory.; Disable AFP/file sharing where it is not required..
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- macosx-afpserver-security-bypass(42703)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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