CVE-2011-3216

LowCVSS 2.1/10Last modified Jun 16, 2026

Description

The kernel in Apple Mac OS X before 10.7.2 does not properly implement the sticky bit for directories, which might allow local users to bypass intended permissions and delete files via an unlink system call.

Metrics

CVSS 2.0 2.1/10AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N

Weakness enumeration

CWE-264

Affected software

No affected versions have been published.

Timeline

Published
Oct 14, 2011
Last modified
Jun 16, 2026
NVD status
Modified

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CVE-2011-3216: Low severity, CVSS 2.1 | Vulnix