Security readout for executives and security teams
This Apple OS X issue affects Disk Utility handling of encrypted disk images before OS X 10.11.5. The public record says incorrect encryption keys were used, but does not explain the practical impact or attack path. Treat affected encrypted disk images as potentially weaker than intended until vendor guidance is followed. Exposure is limited to Apple OS X systems before 10.11.5 using Disk Utility to create or manage encrypted disk images. The sources do not identify other Apple platforms or third-party products. Prioritize if legacy Macs or archived encrypted disk images still protect business-sensitive data. Urgency is moderate operationally but hard to quantify because Apple and CVE records leave impact and exploitability unspecified. Mitigation focus: Upgrade affected OS X systems to 10.11.5 or later Apple-supported versions.; Review Apple advisory HT206567 for vendor-specific guidance and affected scope.; Inventory encrypted disk images created on OS X versions before 10.11.5..
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- https://support.apple.com/HT206567CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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