CVE-2020-27919: Input Validation

Published Nov 12, 2020
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Updated

An out-of-bounds write was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Big Sur 11.1, Security Update 2020-001 Catalina, Security Update 2020-007 Mojave, macOS Big Sur 11.0.1. Processing a maliciously crafted image may lead to arbitrary code execution.

Other sources

Image Processing. An out-of-bounds write was addressed with improved input validation.

Credit

Hou JingYi@@hjy79425575(Qihoo 360 CERT), Xingwei Lin(Ant Security Light), Xingwei Lin

Affected Software

6 affected componentsFixes available
Apple macOS Big Sur<11.0.1
11.0.1
Apple macOS Big Sur<11.1
11.1
Apple Catalina
apple Mojave
Apple iOS and macOS<11.0.1
Apple iOS and macOS<11.1.0

Event History

Apr 2, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:29 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:29 PM
DescriptionWeakness

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-2020-27919?

CVE-2020-27919 is a vulnerability in Image Processing that allows an out-of-bounds write.

2

What software is affected by CVE-2020-27919?

macOS Big Sur versions up to exclusive 11.1, macOS Catalina, and macOS Mojave are affected by CVE-2020-27919.

3

How can I fix CVE-2020-27919?

To fix CVE-2020-27919, update your macOS Big Sur to version 11.1 or later.

4

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-27919?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-27919 on the official Apple support page: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212011

5

What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2020-27919?

The CWE ID for CVE-2020-27919 is CWE-20.

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