high7.8Public exploit code
CVE-2017-6978
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products.
Public exploit code
Working exploit or proof of concept code has been published for this vulnerability. Treat unpatched systems as at risk.
- Apple macOS - Lack of Bounds Checking in HIServices Custom CFObject Serialization Local Privilege Escalation2017-05-23 · dos · macos · Verified
Impact
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.12.5 is affected. The issue involves the "Accessibility Framework" component. It allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted app.
Affected products
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | through 10.12.4 |