#VU54209 Security restrictions bypass in iMovie


Published: 2021-06-17

Vulnerability identifier: #VU54209

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-30757

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
iMovie
Client/Desktop applications / Multimedia software

Vendor: Apple Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a local application to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper privilege management. Entitlements and privacy permissions granted to this app may be used by a malicious app.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

iMovie: 10.0 - 10.2.3


External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212549


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.


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