Out-of-Bounds Read Vulnerability in macOS High Sierra and El Capitan
CVE-2018-4169

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Apple
Status
Mac Os X
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 January 2019

What is CVE-2018-4169?

In earlier versions of macOS High Sierra and El Capitan, a security vulnerability was identified that could lead to out-of-bounds read conditions. This could potentially allow attackers to access unauthorized information, posing risks to user data and system integrity. Apple addressed this issue with improved input validation in subsequent updates. Users are urged to update their systems to mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability.

References

https://support.apple.com/HT208465
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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