#VU68711 Input validation error in macOS - CVE-2022-32910

Vulnerability identifier: #VU68711

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 6 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-32910

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
macOS
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor: Apple Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation when processing archives in Archive Utility. A remote attacker can trick the victim to open a specially crafted archive and bypass Gatekeeper protection features.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may lead to entire system compromise.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

macOS: 11.0.1 20B50 - 11.6.7 20G630

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External links
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213344

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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