Vulnerability identifier: #VU64806
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 2.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-22
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
macOS
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system
Vendor: Apple Inc.
Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to delete arbitrary files on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to input validation error when processing directory traversal sequences within the PKInstallService in PackageKit. A local user can manipulate the filename and delete arbitrary files on the system.
Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
macOS: 12.0 21A344 - 12.1 21C52
External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213054
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-878/
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.