CVE-2009-2835: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2009-2835: The kernel in Apple Mac OS X before 10.6.2 does not properly handle task state segments, which allows local...

The kernel in Apple Mac OS X before 10.6.2 does not properly handle task state segments, which allows local users to gain privileges, cause a denial of service (system crash), or obtain sensitive information via unspecified vectors.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 06:07 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2009-2835 is an Apple Mac OS X kernel flaw fixed before version 10.6.2. A local user could potentially gain higher privileges, crash the system, or access sensitive information. The main business risk is legacy Mac systems still running unpatched pre-10.6.2 software. Exposure is most plausible on unmanaged or legacy Apple Mac OS X systems running versions before 10.6.2. Modern supported macOS versions are not indicated as affected in the provided sources. Prioritize this if the organization still operates legacy Mac OS X systems. For fully modern macOS fleets, urgency is mainly verification and asset cleanup rather than emergency response. Mitigation focus: Upgrade affected Mac OS X systems to 10.6.2 or later per Apple guidance.; Identify and retire systems that cannot receive the Apple security update.; Restrict local account access on any legacy Mac systems pending remediation..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 18:15 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Nov 10, 2009, 19:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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