ID:6380 - Exploit for Improper input validation in macOS - CVE-2017-13868

 
Main Vulnerability Database Exploits ID:6380 - Exploit for Improper input validation in macOS - CVE-2017-13868

ID:6380 - Exploit for Improper input validation in macOS - CVE-2017-13868

Published: June 17, 2021


Vulnerability identifier: #VU9557
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVE-ID: CVE-2017-13868
CWE-ID: CWE-20
Exploitation vector: Local access
Vulnerable software:
macOS

Link to public exploit:


Vulnerability description

The vulnerability allows a local attacker to obtain potentially sensitive information on the target system.

The weakness exists due to improper input validation in the kernel component. A local attacker can use a specially crafted application, trigger input validation flaw and read arbitrary files.

Remediation

Update to version 10.13.2.