First published: Mon Mar 27 2023(Updated: )
A logic issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Ventura 13.3, macOS Monterey 12.6.4. An app may be able to modify protected parts of the file system
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Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
---|---|---|
Apple macOS | <12.6.4 | |
Apple macOS | >=13.0<13.3 | |
<12.6.4 | 12.6.4 | |
Apple macOS Ventura | <13.3 | 13.3 |
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(Found alongside the following vulnerabilities)
The severity of CVE-2023-23538 is medium with a severity score of 5.5.
CVE-2023-23538 affects macOS Ventura versions up to but excluding 13.3.
CVE-2023-23538 affects macOS Monterey versions up to but excluding 12.6.4.
Yes, the fix for CVE-2023-23538 is available in macOS Ventura 13.3 and macOS Monterey 12.6.4.
CVE-2023-23538 allows an app to modify protected parts of the file system.