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Vulnerability Note VU#147587Mac OS X utility gm4 contains format string vulnerabilityOverviewThe gm4 utility of Mac OS X contains a buffer overflow, which may allow a root compromise through other programs.I. DescriptionThe gm4 utility of Mac OS X contains a buffer overflow. Some setuid root programs on Mac OS X may rely on gm4, possibly allowing a root compromise through these programs.II. ImpactAn attacker may gain root privileges on the Mac OS X system.III. SolutionThe CERT/CC is currently unaware of a practical solution to this problem.None.
ReferencesThanks to KF for reporting this vulnerability. This document was written by Shawn Van Ittersum.
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