Main Vulnerability Database Vulnerabilities #VU53494

#VU53494 Improper access control in macOS - CVE-2021-30718

Published: May 24, 2021

Vulnerability identifier: #VU53494

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:N/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-30718

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Local access

Exploit availability: No public exploit available

Vulnerable software:
macOS

Software vendor:
Apple Inc.

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in Software Update component. A local user can modify restricted settings.

Install updates from vendor's website.