#VU37321 Input validation error in macOS


Published: 2018-04-03 | Updated: 2020-08-08

Vulnerability identifier: #VU37321

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 6.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2017-13837

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
macOS
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor: Apple Inc.

Description

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

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.13 is affected. The issue involves the "Installer" component. It does not properly restrict an app's entitlements for accessing the FileVault unlock key.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

macOS: 10.13.0


External links
http://support.apple.com/HT208144


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.


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