Main
Vulnerability Database
Exploits
ID:4897 - Exploit for Out-of-bounds read in macOS - CVE-2020-27950
ID:4897 - Exploit for Out-of-bounds read in macOS - CVE-2020-27950
Published: December 2, 2020
Vulnerability identifier: #VU48173
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVE-ID: CVE-2020-27950
CWE-ID: CWE-125
Exploitation vector: Local access
Vulnerable software:
macOS
macOS
Link to public exploit:
Vulnerability description
The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to potentially sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to a boundary condition within macOS kernel. A local user can run a specially crafted program to gain access to sensitive kernel information on the system.
Note, this vulnerability is being actively exploited in the wild.
Remediation
Install updates from vendor's website.