#VU53234 Security restrictions bypass in macOS - CVE-2020-9978 

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#VU53234 Security restrictions bypass in macOS - CVE-2020-9978

Published: May 13, 2021


Vulnerability identifier: #VU53234
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:A/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:N/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2020-9978
CWE-ID: CWE-264
Exploitation vector: Adjecent network
Exploit availability: No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
macOS
Software vendor:
Apple Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due within the HomeKit component when processing settings propagation. A remote attacker on the local network can alter application state.


Remediation

Install updates from vendor's website.

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