# CVE-2016-1774: The Time Machine server in Server App in Apple OS X Server before 5.1 does not notify the user about ignored permissions during a backup, wh

- Severity: no CVSS score reported
- Known exploited (CISA KEV): no
- Published: 2016-03-24 · Updated: 2024-08-05

## Affected

- n/a: version range not reported

## Description

The Time Machine server in Server App in Apple OS X Server before 5.1 does not notify the user about ignored permissions during a backup, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain sensitive information in opportunistic circumstances by reading backup data that lacks intended restrictions.

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## References

- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035342
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/85054
- https://support.apple.com/HT206173
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Mar/msg00006.html

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