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A logic flaw within the `sudo` command’s file handling on macOS could allow a locally executed application to bypass intended restrictions and access protected user data. The vulnerability stems from improper validation or checking mechanisms when processing specific file operations or arguments. An app, running with low privileges, could craft a sequence of operations that exploits this flawed logic path. This would enable the malicious app to read files or data owned by other users or protected by the system, which should normally be inaccessible. The issue is characterized as an information disclosure vulnerability with a local attack vector, requiring no user interaction beyond execution of the app. Successful exploitation leads to a high impact on confidentiality but does not affect system integrity or availability. The core failure is in the security boundary designed to isolate application data from unauthorized access.
dailycve form:
Platform: macOS
Version: <14.8.3, <15.7.3
Vulnerability: Logic issue bypass
Severity: Medium
Date: 2025-12-12
Prediction: Patched 2025-12-12
What Undercode Say:
sw_vers system_profiler SPSoftwareDataType sudo --version softwareupdate --list softwareupdate --install --all nmap --script vuln <target_ip> nessus -q <host_scan>
How Exploit:
Requires local application access. Exploit crafts specific file operations to leverage flawed sudo logic for unauthorized data reads. No user interaction is needed.
Protection from this CVE
Install macOS update. Update to Sonoma 14.8.3 or Sequoia 15.7.3. Restrict local app installations.
Impact
Unauthorized data access. Confidentiality breach. Protected user data exposure.
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Reported By: nvd.nist.gov
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