CVE-2020-9864
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 2.32%
Last modified
CVE-2020-9864 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A logic issue was addressed with improved restrictions. This issue is fixed in macOS Catalina 10.15.6. EPSS estimates a 2.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A logic issue was addressed with improved restrictions. This issue is fixed in macOS Catalina 10.15.6. An application may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.
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 | < 10.15.6 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/HT211289Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT211289Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-9864?
A logic issue was addressed with improved restrictions. This issue is fixed in macOS Catalina 10.15.6. An application may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.
How severe is CVE-2020-9864?
CVE-2020-9864 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-9864?
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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