#VU97101 Improper access control in Microsoft AutoUpdate for macOS - CVE-2024-43492

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#VU97101 Improper access control in Microsoft AutoUpdate for macOS - CVE-2024-43492

Published: September 10, 2024


Vulnerability identifier: #VU97101
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2024-43492
CWE-ID: CWE-284
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability: No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
Microsoft AutoUpdate for macOS
Software vendor:
Microsoft

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in Microsoft AutoUpdate (MAU). A local user can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain elevated privileges on the system.


Remediation

Install updates from vendor's website.

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