CVE-2018-4179: Infoleak
First published: Thu Mar 29 2018(Updated: )
Local Authentication. There was an issue with the handling of smartcard PINs. This issue was addressed with additional logic.
Credit: David Fuhrmann product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Mac OS X | >=10.13.0<10.13.4 | |
| Apple macOS High Sierra | <10.13.4 | 10.13.4 |
| Apple Sierra | ||
| Apple El Capitan |
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Peer vulnerabilities
(Found alongside the following vulnerabilities)
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- CVE-2018-4150
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- CVE-2018-4143
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- CVE-2018-4185
- CVE-2018-4139
- CVE-2018-4175
- CVE-2017-15412
- CVE-2018-4187
- CVE-2018-4179
- CVE-2018-4111
- CVE-2018-4174
- CVE-2018-4152
- CVE-2017-7151
- CVE-2018-4138
- CVE-2018-4107
- CVE-2018-4156
- CVE-2018-4157
- CVE-2018-4298
- CVE-2018-4144
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-4179?
CVE-2018-4179 is a vulnerability in macOS High Sierra that involves the handling of smartcard PINs.
How does CVE-2018-4179 impact Mac users?
CVE-2018-4179 can allow an attacker to bypass local authentication and gain unauthorized access to a Mac system.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-4179?
CVE-2018-4179 has a severity score of 5.5, which is considered medium.
Which versions of macOS High Sierra are affected by CVE-2018-4179?
CVE-2018-4179 affects macOS High Sierra versions up to and including 10.13.4.
How can I fix CVE-2018-4179?
To fix CVE-2018-4179, you should update your macOS High Sierra to version 10.13.5 or later, as it includes the necessary fixes.
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