CVE-2023-42933

CVE-2023-42933 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apple Macos with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

This issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Sonoma 14. An app may be able to gain elevated privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-42933?
This issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Sonoma 14. An app may be able to gain elevated privileges.
How severe is CVE-2023-42933?
CVE-2023-42933 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2023-42933 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (10th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-42933?
CVE-2023-42933 affects Apple Macos. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-42933?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2023-42933 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2023-42933 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2023-47354.
When was CVE-2023-42933 published?
CVE-2023-42933 was published on 2024-01-10 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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