PatchTheCVECVE-2018-10406: An issue was discovered in Yelp OSXCollector
CVE-2018-10406 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting osxcollector. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
An issue was discovered in Yelp OSXCollector. A maliciously crafted Universal/fat binary can evade third-party code signing checks. By not completing full inspection of the Universal/fat binary, the user of the third-party tool will believe that the code is signed by Apple, but the malicious unsigned code will execute.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.9% (top 42%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-295 |
| Published | 2018-06-13 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2018-10406?
osxcollector: upgrade to 1.10. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2018-10406 being exploited?
CVE-2018-10406 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2018-10406 affect?
CVE-2018-10406 affects osxcollector. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). An issue was discovered in Yelp OSXCollector. A maliciously crafted Universal/fat binary can evade third-party code signing checks. By not completing full inspection of the Universal/fat binary, the user of the third-party tool will believe
How urgent is CVE-2018-10406?
Priority 47/100. High severity; Public exploit reference