Security readout for executives and security teams
This is a legacy Mac OS X local-user issue. On affected systems, XTerm used with luit can create terminal devices with permissions that let another local user write into someone else’s terminal. It is not described as remotely exploitable in the provided sources. Exposure is most likely on legacy Mac OS X 10.4.11 or 10.5.6 systems that allow multiple local users and use XTerm with luit. Modern macOS systems are not identified as affected in the supplied bundle. Treat this as a legacy containment and retirement issue, not an internet-scale emergency. Prioritize if affected Macs support shared users, sensitive workflows, or privileged administration. Mitigation focus: Review Apple advisory HT3438 and APPLE-SA-2009-02-12 for vendor guidance.; Retire or isolate affected Mac OS X 10.4.11 and 10.5.6 systems.; Restrict local shell access to trusted users on affected hosts..
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- macosx-xterm-information-disclosure(48727)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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