CVE-2018-4217

Name: CVE-2018-4217
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-01-11T18:29:02.487+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.95%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-4217 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In macOS High Sierra before 10.13.5, a privacy issue in the handling of Open Directory records was addressed with improved indexing.. EPSS estimates a 0.95% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In macOS High Sierra before 10.13.5, a privacy issue in the handling of Open Directory records was addressed with improved indexing.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.95%

56.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-200

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Mac Os X	< 10.13.5

References

https://support.apple.com/HT208849Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT208849Vendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-4217?

In macOS High Sierra before 10.13.5, a privacy issue in the handling of Open Directory records was addressed with improved indexing.

How severe is CVE-2018-4217?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-4217 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.95% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-4217?

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-2018-4217?

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Source: NVD / NIST