CVE-2023-40307: Privileges Memory Corruption (Out-of-bound write)
An attacker with standard privileges on macOS when requesting administrator privileges from the application can submit input which causes a buffer overflow resulting in a crash of the application. This could make the application unavailable and allow reading or modification of data.
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What is CVE-2023-40307?
CVE-2023-40307 is a vulnerability that allows an attacker with standard privileges on macOS to cause a buffer overflow resulting in a crash of the application and potential data exposure or modification.
How does the CVE-2023-40307 vulnerability affect macOS?
The CVE-2023-40307 vulnerability affects macOS by allowing an attacker with standard privileges to request administrator privileges from an application and submit input that causes a buffer overflow, leading to a crash of the application and potential data exposure or modification.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-40307?
The severity of CVE-2023-40307 is rated as high, with a severity value of 7.8.
How can I fix the CVE-2023-40307 vulnerability?
To fix the CVE-2023-40307 vulnerability, it is recommended to update the affected software to version 1.5.5 or later. Please refer to the vendor's website or security advisory for specific mitigation steps.
Where can I find more information about the CVE-2023-40307 vulnerability?
More information about the CVE-2023-40307 vulnerability can be found in the advisory published on the GitHub page of SAP macOS Enterprise Privileges.