Vulnerability identifier: #VU87754
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVSSv3.1: 4.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-377
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 escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to improper handling of temporary files in Assets. A local application can modify protected parts of the file system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
macOS: 14.1 23B74 - 14.1.2 23B2091, 14.0 23A344
External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT214036
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.