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 2.1/10
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:NWeakness enumeration
Affected software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| n/a | n/a | n/a |
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011//Oct/msg00003.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5002Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/50085
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011//Oct/msg00003.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5002Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/50085
Timeline
- Published
- Oct 14, 2011
- Last modified
- Jun 16, 2026
- NVD status
- Modified