CVE Catalog

CVE-2002-0676

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

SoftwareUpdate for MacOS 10.1.x does not use authentication when downloading a software update, which could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by posing as the Apple update server.

Risk Assessment

Attackers could deliver malicious updates, posing a serious threat to the security of the system and user data.

Recommendation

It is recommended to upgrade to a newer version of MacOS that implements proper authentication mechanisms for software updates.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

SoftwareUpdate for MacOS 10.1.x does not use authentication when downloading a software update, which could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by posing as the Apple update server via techniques such as DNS spoofing or cache poisoning, and supplying Trojan Horse updates.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS