Apple LaunchServices Privacy Bypass Vulnerability in Multiple macOS Versions

Vulnerability

A vulnerability allowing applications to bypass Privacy preferences has been identified in the LaunchServices component of macOS Ventura 13.7.3, macOS Sequoia 15.3, and macOS Sonoma 14.7.3. This issue arises from an access problem that has been addressed with additional sandbox restrictions.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to user data by allowing apps to bypass established Privacy preferences.

Added: Jun 9, 2025, 7:46 PM
Updated: Jun 9, 2025, 7:46 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
8.4
impact
5.0
exploitability
4.4
remediation
7.7
relevance
0.0
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.8

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