#VU78615 Improper access control in macOS


Published: 2023-07-24

Vulnerability identifier: #VU78615

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: CVE-2023-32442

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
macOS
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor: Apple Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a local application to bypass implemented security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in Shortcuts. A local application can modify sensitive Shortcuts app settings.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

macOS: 13.0 22A380 - 13.4.1 22F82


External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213843


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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