CVE-2017-7158
UnknownEPSS 1.13%
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CVE-2017-7158 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.13.2 is affected. EPSS estimates a 1.13% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.13.2 is affected. The issue involves the "Screen Sharing Server" component. It allows attackers to obtain root privileges for reading files by leveraging screen-sharing access.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | < 10.13.2 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/HT208331Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT208331Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-7158?
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.13.2 is affected. The issue involves the "Screen Sharing Server" component. It allows attackers to obtain root privileges for reading files by leveraging screen-sharing access.
How severe is CVE-2017-7158?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-7158 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.13% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7158?
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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