Arbitrary Code Execution and Denial of Service in Apple Products
CVE-2018-4206

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Apple
Status
Mac Os X
Apple Tv
Watch OS
iPhone OS
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 June 2018

Summary

The vulnerability arises in the Crash Reporter component of various Apple platforms including iOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by using a specially crafted application to replace a privileged port name, which may lead to arbitrary code execution or cause a denial of service through memory corruption. It is crucial for users to update their systems to the latest versions to mitigate potential risks associated with this security flaw.

References

https://support.apple.com/HT208850
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https://support.apple.com/HT208851
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http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040744
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EPSS Score

11% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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