Memory Handling Vulnerability in Apple's Operating Systems
CVE-2023-40409

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Apple
Status
iOS And iPad OS
Mac OS
TV OS
Watch OS
Vendor
CVE Published:
27 September 2023

What is CVE-2023-40409?

A memory handling issue has been identified in Apple's operating systems, which may allow an application to execute arbitrary code with elevated kernel privileges. This vulnerability can pose significant security risks, as it allows for malicious code execution, potentially compromising device integrity. Users are advised to update to the latest versions of macOS, iOS, tvOS, and watchOS to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

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Affected Version(s)

iOS and iPadOS < 17

macOS < 12.7

macOS < 13.6

References

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213938
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213932
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213931

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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