CVE-2017-2402
UnknownEPSS 1.63%
Last modified
CVE-2017-2402 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.12.4 is affected. EPSS estimates a 1.63% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.12.4 is affected. The issue involves mishandling of profile uninstall actions in the "MCX Client" component when a profile has multiple payloads. It allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions by leveraging Active Directory certificate trust that should not have remained.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.12.3 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97140Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://support.apple.com/HT207615Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97140Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://support.apple.com/HT207615Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-2402?
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.12.4 is affected. The issue involves mishandling of profile uninstall actions in the "MCX Client" component when a profile has multiple payloads. It allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions by leveraging Active Directory certificate trust that should not have remained.
How severe is CVE-2017-2402?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-2402 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.63% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-2402?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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