Memory Handling Flaw in Apple macOS Leading to App Termination and Code Execution
CVE-2023-42881

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Apple
Status
macOS
Vendor
CVE Published:
23 January 2024

Summary

A memory handling flaw has been identified in Apple macOS that may allow processing of a specially crafted file to result in unexpected application termination or arbitrary code execution. This vulnerability has significant implications for system integrity and user data security. The issue has been addressed in macOS Sonoma 14.2, where improved memory handling measures have been implemented to mitigate potential risks.

Affected Version(s)

macOS < 14.2

References

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT214036

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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