PatchTheCVECVE-2023-42867: This issue was addressed with improved validation of the process entitlement and Team ID
CVE-2023-42867 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting garageband. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
This issue was addressed with improved validation of the process entitlement and Team ID. This issue is fixed in GarageBand 10.4.9. An app may be able to gain root privileges.
Why this priority
- High severity
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 | 0.2% (top 89%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-281 |
| Published | 2024-12-20 |
| 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-2023-42867?
garageband: upgrade to 10.4.9. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2023-42867 being exploited?
CVE-2023-42867 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-2023-42867 affect?
CVE-2023-42867 affects garageband. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). This issue was addressed with improved validation of the process entitlement and Team ID. This issue is fixed in GarageBand 10.4.9. An app may be able to gain root privileges.
How urgent is CVE-2023-42867?
Priority 30/100. High severity
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