CVE-2017-13816: Buffer Overflow

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 (buffer overflow and application crash) via a crafted archive file.

Other sources

libarchive. A buffer overflow issue was addressed through improved memory handling.

Credit

found by OSS-Fuzz

Affected Software

5 affected componentsFixes available
Apple tvOS<11
11
Apple macOS High Sierra<10.13
10.13
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-2017-13816?

CVE-2017-13816 is a vulnerability in the libarchive component of certain Apple products, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (buffer overflow and application crash) via a crafted archive file.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2017-13816?

CVE-2017-13816 has a severity of 7.8 which is classified as high.

3

Which products are affected by CVE-2017-13816?

The affected products include macOS before 10.13.1, macOS High Sierra, tvOS, iOS, and watchOS.

4

How can CVE-2017-13816 be exploited?

CVE-2017-13816 can be exploited by remote attackers through the use of a crafted archive file to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.

5

Are there any official references for CVE-2017-13816?

Yes, you can find official references for CVE-2017-13816 at the following links: [http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039710](http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039710), [https://support.apple.com/HT208221](https://support.apple.com/HT208221), [https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT208144](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT208144).

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