CVE-2023-23538

Description

A logic issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Ventura 13.3, macOS Monterey 12.6.4. An app may be able to modify protected parts of the file system.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Vendor Advisory apple.com Vendor Advisory apple.com
Affected: Apple macOS
Affected: Apple macOS
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213670 release notes vendor advisory
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213677 release notes vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-23538?
CVE-2023-23538 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-23538?
To fix CVE-2023-23538, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2023-23538 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-23538 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-23538?
CVE-2023-23538 affects Apple macOS, Apple macOS.
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