CVE-2023-38259
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.22%
Last modified
CVE-2023-38259 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A logic issue was addressed with improved restrictions. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.6.8, macOS Ventura 13.5, macOS Big Sur 11.7.9. EPSS estimates a 0.22% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A logic issue was addressed with improved restrictions. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.6.8, macOS Ventura 13.5, macOS Big Sur 11.7.9. An app may be able to access user-sensitive data.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | >= 11.0, < 11.7.9 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 12.0, < 12.6.8 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 13.0, < 13.5 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213843Release Notes
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213844Release Notes
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213845Release Notes
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213843Release Notes
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213844Release Notes
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213845Release Notes
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-38259?
A logic issue was addressed with improved restrictions. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.6.8, macOS Ventura 13.5, macOS Big Sur 11.7.9. An app may be able to access user-sensitive data.
How severe is CVE-2023-38259?
CVE-2023-38259 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.22% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-38259?
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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