CVE-2023-23497
First published: Mon Jan 23 2023(Updated: )
A logic issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in macOS Big Sur 11.7.3, macOS Ventura 13.2, macOS Monterey 12.6.3. An app may be able to gain root privileges.
Credit: Mickey Jin @patch1t Mickey Jin @patch1t Mickey Jin @patch1t product-security@apple.com product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple macOS Monterey | <12.6.3 | 12.6.3 |
| Apple macOS Big Sur | <11.7.3 | 11.7.3 |
| Apple macOS | >=11.0<11.7.3 | |
| Apple macOS | >=12.0.0<12.6.3 | |
| Apple macOS | >=13.0<13.2 | |
| <13.2 | 13.2 |
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Peer vulnerabilities
(Found alongside the following vulnerabilities)
- CVE-2023-23499
- CVE-2022-35252
- CVE-2023-23513
- CVE-2023-23516
- CVE-2022-42834
- CVE-2023-23497
- CVE-2023-23505
- CVE-2023-27931
- CVE-2023-23518
- CVE-2023-23517
- CVE-2023-23508
- CVE-2023-32438
- CVE-2023-23520
- CVE-2022-42915
- CVE-2022-42916
- CVE-2022-32221
- CVE-2022-35260
- CVE-2023-23539
- CVE-2023-23493
- CVE-2023-41990
- CVE-2023-23530
- CVE-2023-23531
- CVE-2023-23519
- CVE-2023-23507
- CVE-2023-23500
- CVE-2023-23502
- CVE-2023-23504
- CVE-2023-23506
- CVE-2023-23498
- CVE-2023-23503
- CVE-2023-28208
- CVE-2023-23510
- CVE-2023-23512
- CVE-2022-3705
- CVE-2023-23511
- CVE-2023-32393
- CVE-2023-23496
- CVE-2023-23501
- CVE-2022-0108
- CVE-2022-32915
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-23497?
CVE-2023-23497 is a vulnerability in PackageKit that allows an app to gain root privileges.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-23497?
CVE-2023-23497 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).
How can I fix CVE-2023-23497?
To fix CVE-2023-23497, update your macOS to Big Sur 11.7.3, Monterey 12.6.3, or Ventura 13.2.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-23497?
You can find more information about CVE-2023-23497 on the Apple support website.
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