Apple PackageKit Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Vulnerability

A vulnerability in the PackageKit component of macOS Ventura, Sequoia, and Sonoma allows local attackers to elevate privileges. This issue was addressed with improved validation and additional restrictions.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized privilege escalation, allowing a user to gain elevated rights or access on the system.

Remediation

Users can update to macOS Ventura 13.7.3, macOS Sequoia 15.3, or macOS Sonoma 14.7.3 to address this vulnerability.

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

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
8.4
impact
7.5
exploitability
3.3
remediation
7.7
relevance
0.0
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.8

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