Vulnerability identifier: #VU97337

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-27876

CWE-ID: CWE-362

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
macOS
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor: Apple Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the affected system.

The vulnerability exists due to a race condition within the Compression component. A remote attacker can trick the victim into unpacking a specially crafted file and execute arbitrary code on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

macOS: 14.0 23A344 - 14.6.1 23G93

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External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/121247

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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.