CVE-2018-4175 Security feature bypass in n/a

High 7.8 Published Updated

Attackers can bypass macOS code-signing protections using a crafted application, allowing unsigned code to run.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Local or same network only
Victim action needed
A user has to click or open something
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2018-4175?

CVE-2018-4175 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apple Mac Os X, published on 3 Apr 2018. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.13.4 is affected. The issue involves the "LaunchServices" component. It allows attackers to bypass the code-signing protection mechanism via a crafted app.

Weakness: CWE-20

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-4175?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Apple Mac Os X.

How do I fix CVE-2018-4175?

No fix has been published for CVE-2018-4175 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2018-4175 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-4175 in the wild and no public exploit code.

All Apple Mac Os X vulnerabilities

Sources

Also known as GHSA-22xp-v596-fqhr.

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