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CVE-2020-9817

First published: Tue May 26 2020(Updated: )

PackageKit. A permissions issue existed. This issue was addressed with improved permission validation.

Credit: Andy Grant NCC Group product-security@apple.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple Mac OS X>=10.13<10.13.6
Apple Mac OS X>=10.14<10.14.6
Apple Mac OS X>=10.15<10.15.5
Apple Mac OS X=10.13.6
Apple Mac OS X=10.13.6-security_update_2018-002
Apple Mac OS X=10.13.6-security_update_2018-003
Apple Mac OS X=10.13.6-security_update_2019-001
Apple Mac OS X=10.13.6-security_update_2019-002
Apple Mac OS X=10.13.6-security_update_2019-003
Apple Mac OS X=10.13.6-security_update_2019-004
Apple Mac OS X=10.13.6-security_update_2019-005
Apple Mac OS X=10.13.6-security_update_2019-006
Apple Mac OS X=10.13.6-security_update_2019-007
Apple Mac OS X=10.13.6-security_update_2020-001
Apple Mac OS X=10.13.6-security_update_2020-002
Apple Mac OS X=10.14.6
Apple Mac OS X=10.14.6-security_update_2019-001
Apple Mac OS X=10.14.6-security_update_2019-002
Apple Mac OS X=10.14.6-security_update_2019-004
Apple Mac OS X=10.14.6-security_update_2019-005
Apple Mac OS X=10.14.6-security_update_2019-006
Apple Mac OS X=10.14.6-security_update_2019-007
Apple Mac OS X=10.14.6-security_update_2020-001
Apple Mac OS X=10.14.6-security_update_2020-002
Apple macOS Catalina<10.15.5
10.15.5
Apple Mojave
Apple High Sierra

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2020-9817?

    CVE-2020-9817 is a vulnerability in PackageKit that involves a permissions issue.

  • Which versions of macOS are affected by CVE-2020-9817?

    macOS Catalina 10.15.5, Mojave, and High Sierra are affected.

  • How was CVE-2020-9817 addressed?

    The vulnerability was addressed with improved permission validation.

  • Is there a remedy for macOS Catalina 10.15.5?

    Yes, macOS Catalina 10.15.5 has a specific remedy for this vulnerability.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-9817?

    You can find more information about CVE-2020-9817 at the following reference: [Apple Support](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211170)

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