CVE-2023-23497
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.23%
Last modified
CVE-2023-23497 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A logic issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in macOS Big Sur 11.7.3, macOS Ventura 13.2, macOS Monterey 12.6.3. EPSS estimates a 0.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A logic issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in macOS Big Sur 11.7.3, macOS Ventura 13.2, macOS Monterey 12.6.3. An app may be able to gain root privileges.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | >= 11.0, < 11.7.3 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 12.0.0, < 12.6.3 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 13.0, < 13.2 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213603Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213604Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213605Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213603Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213604Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213605Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-23497?
A logic issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in macOS Big Sur 11.7.3, macOS Ventura 13.2, macOS Monterey 12.6.3. An app may be able to gain root privileges.
How severe is CVE-2023-23497?
CVE-2023-23497 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-23497?
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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