CVE-2019-5015
First published: Fri Mar 08 2019(Updated: )
A local privilege escalation vulnerability exists in the Mac OS X version of Pixar Renderman 22.3.0's Install Helper helper tool. A user with local access can use this vulnerability to escalate their privileges to root. An attacker would need local access to the machine for a successful exploit.
Credit: talos-cna@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Pixar Renderman | =22.3.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2019-5015.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-5015?
The severity of CVE-2019-5015 is critical.
What software is affected by CVE-2019-5015?
Pixar Renderman version 22.3.0 for Mac OS X is affected by CVE-2019-5015.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2019-5015?
An attacker with local access to the machine can exploit CVE-2019-5015.
Are there any references about CVE-2019-5015?
Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2019-5015 at these references: [Link 1](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/107436), [Link 2](https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2019-0773).
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