Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
CVE-2025-61228 affects Shirt Pocket SuperDuper! version 3.10 and earlier. A local attacker could abuse the software update mechanism to run arbitrary code. This is high impact because successful exploitation can compromise confidentiality, integrity, and availability on the affected Mac.
Executive priority
Prioritize remediation for Macs where SuperDuper! is installed, especially administrator or backup-related systems. The issue requires local access, so it is not internet-wormable from the cited data, but endpoint compromise impact can be severe.
Technical view
The CVE describes a local, low-complexity arbitrary code execution issue in SuperDuper! 3.10 and before, tied to the software update mechanism. The assigned CWE is CWE-494, indicating unsafe download or acceptance of code without sufficient integrity verification. CVSS 3.1 score is 7.8 high.
Likely exposure
Exposure is limited to systems with Shirt Pocket SuperDuper! version 3.10 or earlier installed. The attacker needs local access or an existing local foothold, but no user interaction is required per the CVSS vector.
Exploitation context
The source bundle does not show CISA KEV listing or other evidence of active exploitation. Risk is mainly post-compromise privilege or persistence impact on endpoints running vulnerable SuperDuper! versions.
Researcher notes
Public details are sparse. The CVE links the flaw to the update mechanism and CWE-494, but the bundle does not include technical proof, exploit details, or attack telemetry. Avoid assuming broader product exposure beyond SuperDuper! 3.10 and earlier.
Mitigation direction
- Upgrade SuperDuper! to version 3.11 or later, following Shirt Pocket guidance.
- Inventory endpoints for SuperDuper! installations at version 3.10 or earlier.
- Restrict local access to systems where immediate upgrading is not possible.
- Monitor vendor communications for any additional remediation details.
Validation and detection
- Check installed SuperDuper! version on managed Mac endpoints.
- Confirm upgraded systems report version 3.11 or later.
- Review software inventory for remaining version 3.10 or earlier installations.
- Verify update source and integrity practices align with vendor guidance.
Public sources used
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CWE-494: Exact CWE lookup
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Open ATT&CK lookup- Severity
- High
- CVSS
- 7.8 (3.1)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CNA and ADP enrichment extracted from CVE v5
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SSVC decision data
CVSS vector scores
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CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H1.85.9CISA-ADPVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 3.1 score
7.8HighVector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Vulnerability timeline
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- CVE reservedCVE Program
The CVE ID was reserved by the assigning CNA.
- CVE publishedCVE Program
The CVE record was published.
- CVE updatedCVE Program
The CVE record metadata indicates this as the latest update time.
ADP provider summaries
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://shirt-pocket.com/SuperDuper/SuperDuperDescription.htmlCVE reference, mitre
- https://www.shirtpocket.com/blog/index.php/shadedgrey/comments/superduper_security_update_v311/CVE reference, mitre
Products and packages named in the record
CWE details
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Download of Code Without Integrity Check
Download of Code Without Integrity Check represents a recurring weakness pattern that can create exploitable paths when design, validation, or implementation controls are missing.