Vulnerability identifier: #VU97389
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 2.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-312
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
macOS
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system
Vendor:
Description
The vulnerability allows a local application to gain access to sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to an error when handling files in Printing app, which can save an unencrypted document to a temporary file when using print preview. A local application can gain access to potentially sensitive information.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/121238
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.