#VU81167 Improper Authorization in macOS


Published: 2023-09-26

Vulnerability identifier: #VU81167

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 2.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-41073

CWE-ID: CWE-285

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
macOS
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows a local application to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to improper authorization in libxpc. A local application can gain unauthorized access to protected user data.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions


External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213940


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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