Buffer Overflow in Apple Products Due to Image Processing
CVE-2020-9919

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Apple
Status
iOS
Mac OS
TV OS
Watch OS
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 October 2020

What is CVE-2020-9919?

This vulnerability stems from a buffer overflow issue within Apple's software, related to the processing of maliciously crafted images. When an affected device processes such an image, it may lead to arbitrary code execution, potentially allowing an attacker to gain unauthorized access or execute harmful commands. Apple has addressed this vulnerability with enhancements in memory handling, providing updates across various platforms including iOS and macOS.

Affected Version(s)

iCloud for Windows < unspecified

iCloud for Windows (Legacy) < unspecified

iOS < unspecified

References

https://support.apple.com/kb/HT211289
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https://support.apple.com/kb/HT211288
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https://support.apple.com/kb/HT211290
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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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