Vulnerability identifier: #VU6710
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-119
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: Yes
Vulnerable software:
macOS
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system
Vendor: Apple Inc.
Description
The vulnerability allows a local attacker to gain elevated privileges on the target system.
The weakness exists due to lack of bounds checking in HIServices custom CFObject serialization. A local attacker can run a specially crafted application, trigger memory corruption in the Accessibility Framework and gain system privileges.
Successful exploitation of the vulnerability results in privilege escalation.
Mitigation
Update to version 10.12.5.
Vulnerable software versions
macOS: 10.12.4 16E195
External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT207797
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. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.