#VU76451 Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls in iTunes


Published: 2023-05-23

Vulnerability identifier: #VU76451

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-32353

CWE-ID: CWE-264

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 a logic error. A local user can execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

iTunes: 12.0 - 12.12.8.2


External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213763


Q & A

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.


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