#VU63462 Input validation error in iTunes


Published: 2022-05-19

Vulnerability identifier: #VU63462

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1:

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-26774

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
iTunes
Client/Desktop applications / Multimedia software

Vendor: Apple Inc.

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input. A local user can execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

iTunes: 12.0 - 12.12.3


CPE

External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213259


Q & A

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Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?


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