CVE-2018-4296
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.02%
Last modified
CVE-2018-4296 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. This issue is fixed in macOS Mojave 10.14. A permissions issue existed in DiskArbitration. EPSS estimates a 1.02% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
This issue is fixed in macOS Mojave 10.14. A permissions issue existed in DiskArbitration. This was addressed with additional ownership checks.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.14 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT209139Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT209139Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-4296?
This issue is fixed in macOS Mojave 10.14. A permissions issue existed in DiskArbitration. This was addressed with additional ownership checks.
How severe is CVE-2018-4296?
CVE-2018-4296 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.02% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-4296?
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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