CVE-2024-11681

Public Exploit
Remote Code Execution in MacPorts

Description

A malicious or compromised MacPorts mirror can execute arbitrary commands as root on the machine of a client running port selfupdate against the mirror.

Category

6.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 4.0 •
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.04%
Vendor Advisory github.com
Affected: MacPorts MacPorts
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/google/security-research/security/advisories/GHSA-2j38-pjh8-wfxw vendor advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-11681?
CVE-2024-11681 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-11681?
To fix CVE-2024-11681, 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-2024-11681 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2024-11681 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. 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-2024-11681?
CVE-2024-11681 affects MacPorts MacPorts.
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