Denial-of-Service and Memory Disclosure in Apple's macOS
CVE-2023-42982

6.4MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Apple
Status
Mac OS
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 April 2025

What is CVE-2023-42982?

This vulnerability involves improper handling of file processing, which may lead to a denial-of-service condition. It poses a risk of potentially disclosing sensitive memory contents. Apple has addressed this issue in macOS 14 through enhanced validation checks to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability, ensuring a more secure environment for users.

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Affected Version(s)

macOS < 14

References

https://support.apple.com/en-us/120950

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.4
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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