CVE-2026-11318: Missing Authentication for Critical Function in Zuler Technology DeskIn
Description
DeskIn versions up to 3.3.4.3 have a privilege escalation vulnerability in the com.deskin.service.installer XPC service. This flaw allows local unprivileged attackers to execute arbitrary installer packages as root by connecting to the root-owned service without authentication. Exploiting this vulnerability results in full root compromise of the affected macOS host.
CVSS v4.0
Score 8.5high
Affected software
Zuler Technology
DeskIn
pkg:github/cr0wld3r/DeskInRun on your own infrastructure? Check whether these packages are installed with threat-finder — our free open-source scanner.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-11318 is a privilege escalation vulnerability affecting Zuler Technology's DeskIn product through version 3.3.4.3. The vulnerability exists in the com.deskin.service.installer XPC service, which lacks authentication controls. Local attackers with limited privileges can connect to this root-owned service and invoke privileged installer methods to run arbitrary installer packages as root, thereby gaining full root access to the macOS system.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows a local unprivileged attacker to escalate privileges to root on the macOS host, resulting in complete system compromise. This could enable the attacker to execute arbitrary code with the highest system privileges.
Mitigation Recommendations
No patch or official fix information is provided in the available data. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict local access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to the com.deskin.service.installer service.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- VulnCheck
- Date Reserved
- 2026-06-04T19:52:59.225Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6ac808d12cdf04f65634c8f5
Added to database: 10/08/2026, 21:19:13 UTC
Last enriched: 10/08/2026, 21:35:06 UTC
Last updated: 10/09/2026, 00:08:10 UTC
Views: 9
Community Reviews
0 reviewsCrowdsource mitigation strategies, share intel context, and vote on the most helpful responses. Sign in to add your voice and help keep defenders ahead.
Want to contribute mitigation steps or threat intel context? Sign in or create an account to join the community discussion.
Actions
Updates to AI analysis require Pro Console access. Upgrade inside Console → Billing.
Need more coverage?
Upgrade to Pro Console for AI refresh and higher limits.
For incident response and remediation, OffSeq services can help resolve threats faster.
Latest Threats
Check if your credentials are on the dark web
Instant breach scanning across billions of leaked records. Free tier available.