CVE-2018-4107: Input Validation

Published Mar 29, 2018
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Updated

PDFKit. An issue existed in the parsing of URLs in PDFs. This issue was addressed through improved input validation.

Other sources

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.13.4 is affected. The issue involves the "PDFKit" component. It allows remote attackers to bypass intended restrictions on visiting URLs within a PDF document.

Credit

Nick Safford(Innovia Technology)

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
Apple macOS High Sierra<10.13.4
10.13.4
Apple Sierra
Apple El Capitan
Apple iOS and macOS<10.13.4

Event History

Apr 3, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 AM
Description

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2018-4107?

CVE-2018-4107 is a vulnerability in certain Apple products, specifically macOS before 10.13.4, which involves the "PDFKit" component and allows remote attackers to bypass intended restrictions on visiting URLs within a PDF document.

2

How does CVE-2018-4107 affect Apple products?

CVE-2018-4107 affects certain Apple products, including macOS High Sierra before 10.13.4, Sierra, and El Capitan.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2018-4107?

CVE-2018-4107 has a severity rating of medium, with a CVSS score of 6.5.

4

What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2018-4107?

The CWE ID for CVE-2018-4107 is CWE-20.

5

How can I fix CVE-2018-4107?

To fix CVE-2018-4107, update your macOS to version 10.13.4 or later.

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