Privacy Preference Bypass Vulnerability in Apple macOS Products
CVE-2022-26746

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Apple
Status
Security Update - Catalina
Mac OS
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 May 2022

Summary

A vulnerability exists in Apple's macOS where a malicious application could exploit this issue to circumvent established Privacy preferences, potentially leading to unauthorized access to user data. This flaw was rectified in the Security Update 2022-004, ensuring enhanced protection for users. Users are encouraged to update their systems to the latest versions to mitigate any risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

macOS < 11.6

macOS < 12.4

Security Update - Catalina < 2022

References

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213255
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https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213256
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https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213257
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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