CVE-2018-4179

Name: CVE-2018-4179
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-01-11T18:29:01+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.33%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-4179 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In macOS High Sierra before 10.13.4, there was an issue with the handling of smartcard PINs. This issue was addressed with additional logic.. EPSS estimates a 0.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In macOS High Sierra before 10.13.4, there was an issue with the handling of smartcard PINs. This issue was addressed with additional logic.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.33%

24.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-200

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Mac Os X	>= 10.13.0, < 10.13.4

References

https://support.apple.com/HT208692Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT208692Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jan 11, 2019
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-4179?

In macOS High Sierra before 10.13.4, there was an issue with the handling of smartcard PINs. This issue was addressed with additional logic.

How severe is CVE-2018-4179?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-4179 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-4179?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2018-4179?

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Source: NVD / NIST