Vulnerability identifier: #VU97580

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-40862

CWE-ID: CWE-200

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Apple Xcode
Universal components / Libraries / Software for developers

Vendor: Apple Inc.

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to excessive data output by the IDE Tools. A remote attacker can determine the Apple ID of the owner of the computer.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Apple Xcode: 13.0 - 15.4

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External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/121239

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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.