#VU89414 Path traversal in macOS - CVE-2024-27821

Vulnerability identifier: #VU89414

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 2 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-27821

CWE-ID: CWE-22

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
macOS
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor: Apple Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to input validation error when processing file paths in Shortcuts. A remote attacker can gain access to sensitive information without consent.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

macOS: 14.0 23A344 - 14.4.1 23E224

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External links
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT214106

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.