#VU82744 Security features bypass in macOS - CVE-2023-28197
Published: November 6, 2023 / Updated: January 3, 2025
Vulnerability identifier: #VU82744
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2023-28197
CWE-ID: CWE-254
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability:
Public exploit is available
Vulnerable software:
macOS
macOS
Software vendor:
Apple Inc.
Apple Inc.
Description
The vulnerability allows a local application to gain access to sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in Messages. A local application can bypass sandbox restrictions and access user-sensitive data.
Remediation
Install updates from vendor's website.