CVE-2018-4183 Missing authorization in n/a
An access issue in macOS High Sierra allowed bypassing sandbox restrictions, requiring an update to restore proper security boundaries.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- An administrator
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- Available
What is CVE-2018-4183?
CVE-2018-4183 is a high-severity missing authorization vulnerability in Apple Mac Os X, published on 11 Jan 2019. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
In macOS High Sierra before 10.13.5, an access issue was addressed with additional sandbox restrictions.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-4183?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Apple Mac Os X.
How do I fix CVE-2018-4183?
Apply the vendor's patch.
Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.
Is CVE-2018-4183 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-4183 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Apple Mac Os X
Sources
Also known as GHSA-8f46-rc2r-w7j6.