HIGH Apple Inc. Vulnerability Alert

Product:

Admin Framework

Summary

The XPC implementation in Admin Framework in Apple OS X before 10.10.3 allows local users to bypass authentication and obtain admin privileges via unspecified vectors. This vulnerability poses a significant risk as it can lead to unauthorized access and control over the system.

Details

Severity Base Score CVE
HIGH 7.8 CVE-2015-1130

Exploitation

To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker with local access can leverage the XPC implementation flaws to bypass authentication mechanisms. By executing specific commands or using crafted payloads, the attacker can escalate privileges and gain administrative access without proper authorization.

Affected Products

  • Apple OS X: Versions prior to 10.10.3 are affected by this vulnerability, allowing local users to gain unauthorized admin privileges.

Mitigation

To mitigate this vulnerability, users should apply updates as per the vendor’s instructions. Keeping the system updated will ensure that any security patches addressing this issue are installed.

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