CVE-2023-42874
LOWCVSS 2.4/10EPSS 0.33%
Last modified
CVE-2023-42874 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 2.4/10 on the CVSS scale. This issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in macOS Sonoma 14.2. EPSS estimates a 0.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
This issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in macOS Sonoma 14.2. Secure text fields may be displayed via the Accessibility Keyboard when using a physical keyboard.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | >= 14.0, < 14.2 |
References
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2023/Dec/9Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT214036Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2023/Dec/9Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT214036Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-42874?
This issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in macOS Sonoma 14.2. Secure text fields may be displayed via the Accessibility Keyboard when using a physical keyboard.
How severe is CVE-2023-42874?
CVE-2023-42874 has a CVSS score of 2.4/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-42874?
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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