CVE-2017-13808: Buffer Overflow

Published Sep 25, 2017
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Updated

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.13.1 is affected. The issue involves the "Remote Management" component. It allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted app.

Other sources

Remote Management. A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved memory handling.

Credit

an anonymous researcher

Affected Software

5 affected componentsFixes available
Apple macOS High Sierra<10.13
10.13
Apple macOS High Sierra<10.13.1
10.13.1
Apple Sierra
Apple El Capitan
Apple iOS and macOS<=10.13.0

Event History

Nov 13, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Description

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Peer vulnerabilities

Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2017-13808?

CVE-2017-13808 is a memory corruption vulnerability in certain Apple products, including macOS High Sierra.

2

How does CVE-2017-13808 affect macOS High Sierra?

CVE-2017-13808 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) in macOS High Sierra.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2017-13808?

CVE-2017-13808 has a severity rating of 7.8 (critical).

4

How can I fix CVE-2017-13808?

To address CVE-2017-13808, update macOS High Sierra to version 10.13.1 or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-13808?

More information about CVE-2017-13808 can be found on the Apple support page: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT208221

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