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New Remote Root in Mac OS X

Posted by pudge on from the batten-down-the-hatches dept.

Cysgod writes "I've released a security advisory detailing a new remote root vulnerability in Mac OS X 10.3, 10.2 and possibly earlier versions." The main thrust is that it exploits a problem in the DHCP client, to gain root access, and turning off various services can prevent attack. It is unclear why an exploit was made public before Apple resolved the problem. Apple's fix is apparently scheduled for a December release.

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  1. Tech TV by wangotango · · Score: 1, Flamebait

    Anyone giving odds on the Tech TV Mac lovers saying absolutely nothing about this tomarrow, much less today.....? My guess is they can't do a story on this one without at least pointing to something Microsoft.

  2. Re:Why it was made public by siphoncolder · · Score: 0, Flamebait

    You'll have to excuse my earlier post - it was tongue-in-cheek sarcasm. I was merely echoing typical responses that would be heard from such a snotty OSSer.

    As it is, I hate Linux, and the zealotry that lingers in that community (as you might notice from my other posts). I hate the design of the product itself, I hate the Microsoft bashing, and I hate the hype around it, and I hate the constant socialist overtones that fan the flames of such hatred.

    At least NOW you can judge me for what I really am.

    --
    i'm amazed that i survived - an airbag saved my life.