#VU81137 Security features bypass in macOS - CVE-2023-40448

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#VU81137 Security features bypass in macOS - CVE-2023-40448

Published: September 26, 2023


Vulnerability identifier: #VU81137
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber
CVE-ID: CVE-2023-40448
CWE-ID: CWE-254
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Exploit availability: No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
macOS
Software vendor:
Apple Inc.

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation in App Store. A remote attacker can trick the victim to visit a specially crafted website and break out of Web Content sandbox.


Remediation

Install updates from vendor's website.

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