#VU63298 Improper Authentication in tvOS


Published: 2022-05-17

Vulnerability identifier: #VU63298

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1:

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-26724

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
tvOS
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor: Apple Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an error in AuthKit. A local user can enable iCloud Photos without authentication.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

tvOS: 15.0 19J346 - 15.4.1 19L452


CPE

External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213254


Q & A

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