Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2018-4156 is an Apple PluginKit race condition affecting iOS before 11.3 and macOS before 10.13.4. A maliciously crafted app could let an attacker run code with elevated privileges. The main business risk is compromise of outdated Apple endpoints where untrusted apps can be installed or executed. Exposure is limited to Apple devices running iOS before 11.3 or macOS before 10.13.4, especially where users can install or run apps outside managed controls. Treat this as a high-priority legacy Apple endpoint issue. It is not supported by provided evidence of active exploitation, but privileged code execution through a crafted app can materially increase endpoint compromise risk on unpatched devices. Mitigation focus: Update affected iOS devices to 11.3 or later.; Update affected macOS systems to 10.13.4 or later.; Review the referenced Apple security advisories for vendor guidance..
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- https://support.apple.com/HT208692CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
- https://support.apple.com/HT208693CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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