CVE-2025-15523: TCC Bypass via Inherited Permissions in Bundled Interpreter in Inkscape.app
MacOS version of Inkscape bundles a Python interpreter that inherits the Transparency, Consent, and Control (TCC) permissions granted by the user to the main application bundle. An attacker with local user access can invoke this interpreter with arbitrary commands or scripts, leveraging the application's previously granted TCC permissions to access user's files in privacy-protected folders without triggering user prompts. Accessing other resources beyond previously granted TCC permissions will prompt the user for approval in the name of Inkscape, potentially disguising attacker's malicious intent.
This issue has been fixed in 1.4.3 version of Inkscape.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-15523?
CVE-2025-15523 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2025-15523?
To fix CVE-2025-15523, ensure that you update Inkscape to the latest version beyond 1.4.3.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-15523?
Users running Inkscape version 1.4.3 or earlier on MacOS are affected by CVE-2025-15523.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-15523?
CVE-2025-15523 is classified as a TCC Bypass vulnerability.
Can an attacker exploit CVE-2025-15523 remotely?
No, CVE-2025-15523 requires local user access for exploitation.