CVE-2023-32426 Privilege escalation in macOS
A logic flaw in macOS allows an application to gain root privileges, requiring users to upgrade to the latest version.
- 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-2023-32426?
CVE-2023-32426 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apple Macos, published on 6 Sep 2023. 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
A logic issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Ventura 13.3. An app may be able to gain root privileges.
Weakness: CWE-269
Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-32426?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Apple Macos.
How do I fix CVE-2023-32426?
No fix has been published for CVE-2023-32426 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2023-32426 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-32426 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Apple Macos
Sources
Also known as GHSA-5w42-6c5v-phmf.