Logic Issue in Apple macOS Camera Permission Settings
CVE-2023-41994

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Apple
Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
10 January 2024

Summary

A logic flaw exists in the camera extension permissions on macOS, enabling access to the camera view by apps not authorized to use it. This vulnerability allows potentially malicious applications to bypass designated permissions, posing risks to user privacy and security. The issue has been corrected in macOS Sonoma 14, ensuring that only the app that has received explicit permission can access the camera functionalities.

Affected Version(s)

macOS < 14

References

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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