Vulnerability identifier: #VU97392
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-532
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 System Settings app stores sensitive information into log files. A local application can read the log files and gain access to sensitive data.
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.