Apple Xcode Arbitrary File Overwrite Vulnerability

Vulnerability

A vulnerability in Apple Xcode has been identified, allowing a malicious app to overwrite arbitrary files. This issue affects Xcode versions prior to 16.3 and is available for macOS Sequoia 15.2 and later. The vulnerability was addressed in Xcode 16.3 through improved state management.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized overwriting of files, potentially allowing for manipulation or corruption of data.

Remediation

Users can update to Xcode 16.3, available for macOS Sequoia 15.2 and later, to address this vulnerability.

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

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
7.8
impact
3.5
exploitability
4.4
remediation
7.7
relevance
0.0
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
1.7

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