#VU74094 Security features bypass in macOS - CVE-2023-27951
Published: March 27, 2023
Vulnerability identifier: #VU74094
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:L/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Green
CVE-ID: CVE-2023-27951
CWE-ID: CWE-254
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Exploit availability:
No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
macOS
macOS
Software vendor:
Apple Inc.
Apple Inc.
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions.
The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation in Archive Utility. A remote attacker can trick the victim to open a specially crafted archive and bypass Gatekeeper protection.
Remediation
Install updates from vendor's website.