CVE-2025-4412 Details
Description
On macOS systems, by utilizing a Launch Agent and loading the viscosity_openvpn process from the application bundle, it is possible to load a dynamic library with Viscosity's TCC (Transparency, Consent, and Control) identity. The acquired resource access is limited without entitlements such as access to the camera or microphone. Only user-granted permissions for file resources apply. Access to other resources beyond granted-permissions requires user interaction with a system prompt asking for permission. This issue was fixed in version 1.11.5 of Viscosity.
A vulnerability exists in Viscosity OpenVPN on macOS that allows a Launch Agent to load a dynamic library with Viscosity's TCC (Transparency, Consent, and Control) identity. This could be exploited to access certain resources, limited to user-granted permissions for file resources. Access to other resources, such as the camera or microphone, requires user interaction with a system prompt. The vulnerability has been fixed in Viscosity version 1.11.5.
Users can upgrade to Viscosity version 1.11.5 to address this vulnerability.
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No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
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Assessed May 27, 2025CISA-ADP
Assessed May 27, 2025References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://cert.pl/en/posts/2025/05/tcc-bypass/ | [email protected] | Technical Description |
| https://www.sparklabs.com/viscosity/ | [email protected] | Vendor |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-276 | Incorrect Default Permissions | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| Sparklabs Viscosity | < 1.11.5 (semver) |
CPE
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Change History
3 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| May 27, 2025 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |
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