Security readout for executives and security teams
A local user on OS X Yosemite 10.10 before 10.10.2 could recover a PDF document password because the system stored it in a printing preference file. This is mainly a confidentiality issue for legacy Macs, especially shared systems or environments where sensitive PDFs were printed. Exposure is limited to Apple OS X 10.10 systems before 10.10.2. Risk is higher on shared Macs, multi-user workstations, or legacy systems used to print password-protected PDFs. The source bundle does not show other Apple platforms affected. Treat this as a targeted legacy exposure issue, not an internet-scale emergency. Prioritize remediation where old shared Macs handled confidential, password-protected PDFs, then fold remaining Yosemite systems into legacy OS retirement planning. Mitigation focus: Upgrade affected OS X 10.10 systems to 10.10.2 or later.; Review Apple’s advisory for vendor-confirmed remediation details.; Rotate passwords for sensitive PDFs printed on affected shared Macs..
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- macosx-cve20148834-info-disc(100531)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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