CVE-2007-0724

CVE-2007-0724 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Apple Mac Os X with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.9. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

The IOKit HID interface in Apple Mac OS X 10.3.9 and 10.4 through 10.4.8 does not sufficiently limit access to certain controls, which allows local users to gain privileges by using HID device events to read keystrokes from the console.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-0724?
The IOKit HID interface in Apple Mac OS X 10.3.9 and 10.4 through 10.4.8 does not sufficiently limit access to certain controls, which allows local users to gain privileges by using HID device events to read keystrokes from the console.
How severe is CVE-2007-0724?
CVE-2007-0724 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.9, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2007-0724 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (52nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-0724?
CVE-2007-0724 primarily affects Apple Mac Os X. In total, 19 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-0724?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2007-0724 published?
CVE-2007-0724 was published on 2007-03-13 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (19)

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