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CVE-2021-30976

First published: Tue Aug 24 2021(Updated: )

A logic issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.1, Security Update 2021-008 Catalina, macOS Big Sur 11.6.2. A malicious application may bypass Gatekeeper checks.

Credit: chenyuwang @mzzzz__ Kirin @Pwnrin Tencent Security Xuanwu Labchenyuwang @mzzzz__ Kirin @Pwnrin Tencent Security Xuanwu Lab cve@mitre.org chenyuwang @mzzzz__ Kirin @Pwnrin Tencent Security Xuanwu Lab

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple macOS Monterey<12.1
12.1
Apple Catalina
Apple Mac OS X>=10.15<10.15.7
Apple Mac OS X=10.15.7
Apple Mac OS X=10.15.7-security_update_2020-001
Apple Mac OS X=10.15.7-security_update_2021-001
Apple Mac OS X=10.15.7-security_update_2021-002
Apple Mac OS X=10.15.7-security_update_2021-003
Apple Mac OS X=10.15.7-security_update_2021-004
Apple Mac OS X=10.15.7-security_update_2021-005
Apple Mac OS X=10.15.7-security_update_2021-006
Apple Mac OS X=10.15.7-security_update_2021-007
Apple Mac OS X=10.15.7-supplemental_update
Apple macOS>=11.0<11.6.2
Apple macOS>=12.0<12.1
Apple macOS<11.6.2
11.6.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2021-30976?

    CVE-2021-30976 is a vulnerability in LaunchServices that involves a logic issue and has been addressed with improved state management.

  • Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-30976?

    CVE-2021-30976 affects macOS Monterey 12.1 (and earlier versions), macOS Big Sur 11.6.2 (and earlier versions), and Apple Catalina.

  • Is there a fix for CVE-2021-30976?

    Yes, Apple has provided a fix for CVE-2021-30976. Users should update their macOS to the latest available version.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-30976?

    More information about CVE-2021-30976 can be found on the Apple support page: [https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212978](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212978)

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