CVE-2018-4248: Input Validation

Published Jul 9, 2018
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Updated

An out-of-bounds read was addressed with improved input validation. This issue affected versions prior to iOS 11.4.1, macOS High Sierra 10.13.6, tvOS 11.4.1, watchOS 4.3.2.

Other sources

libxpc. An out-of-bounds read was addressed with improved input validation.

Credit

Brandon Azad

Affected Software

10 affected componentsFixes available
Apple tvOS<11.4.1
11.4.1
Apple macOS High Sierra<10.13.6
10.13.6
Apple Sierra
Apple El Capitan
Apple WatchOS<4.3.2
4.3.2
Apple iOS<11.4.1
11.4.1
Apple iPhone OS<11.4.1
Apple iOS and macOS<10.13.6
Apple tvOS<11.4.1
Apple WatchOS<4.3.2

Event History

Apr 3, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:43 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:43 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2018-4248?

CVE-2018-4248 is a vulnerability in libxpc that allows for an out-of-bounds read due to improved input validation.

2

Which versions of iOS are affected by CVE-2018-4248?

Versions of iOS prior to 11.4.1 are affected by CVE-2018-4248.

3

Which versions of macOS are affected by CVE-2018-4248?

Versions of macOS High Sierra prior to 10.13.6 are affected by CVE-2018-4248.

4

How can I fix CVE-2018-4248 on tvOS?

To fix CVE-2018-4248 on tvOS, you need to update to version 11.4.1 or later.

5

How can I fix CVE-2018-4248 on watchOS?

To fix CVE-2018-4248 on watchOS, you need to update to version 4.3.2 or later.

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