An issue in the handling of symlinks was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in Security Update 2022-003 Catalina, macOS Monterey 12.3, macOS Big Sur 11.6.5. A malicious app with root privileges may be able to modify the contents of system files.
References
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https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213184 | Release Notes Vendor Advisory |
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213185 | Release Notes Vendor Advisory |
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213183 | Release Notes Vendor Advisory |
Configurations
Configuration 1 (hide)
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Information
Published : 2022-05-26 11:15
Updated : 2022-06-08 11:09
NVD link : CVE-2022-26688
Mitre link : CVE-2022-26688
JSON object : View
CWE
CWE-59
Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following')
Products Affected
apple
- mac_os_x
- macos