CVE-2017-13812: Input Validation

Published Sep 19, 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 "libarchive" component. It allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via a crafted archive file.

Other sources

libarchive. Multiple memory corruption issues existed in libarchive. These issues were addressed through improved input validation.

libarchive. Multiple memory corruption issues existed in libarchive. These issues were addressed with improved input validation.

Credit

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Affected Software

8 affected componentsFixes available
Apple tvOS<11
11
Apple macOS High Sierra<10.13
10.13
Apple macOS High Sierra<10.13.1
10.13.1
Apple Sierra
Apple El Capitan
Apple WatchOS<4
4
Apple iOS and macOS<=10.13.0
Apple iOS<11
11

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-2017-13812?

CVE-2017-13812 is a vulnerability in the libarchive component of certain Apple products that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.

2

Which products are affected by CVE-2017-13812?

macOS versions before 10.13.1, macOS High Sierra versions up to 10.13, Apple Sierra, Apple El Capitan, Apple tvOS up to version 11, Apple iOS up to version 11, and Apple watchOS up to version 4 are affected by CVE-2017-13812.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2017-13812?

CVE-2017-13812 has a severity rating of 7.8 out of 10, which is considered high.

4

How can I fix CVE-2017-13812?

To fix CVE-2017-13812, update your macOS or other affected Apple products to the latest version available.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-11812?

You can find more information about CVE-2017-13812 on Apple's official support page at the following links: [link1], [link2], [link3].

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