CVE-2020-3843: Input Validation

Published Jan 28, 2020
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Updated

A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.4.7, watchOS 5.3.7. A remote attacker may be able to cause unexpected system termination or corrupt kernel memory.

Other sources

Wi-Fi. A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved input validation.

Credit

Ian Beer(Google Project Zero)

Affected Software

9 affected componentsFixes available
Apple macOS Catalina<10.15.3
10.15.3
Apple Mojave
Apple High Sierra
Apple WatchOS<5.3.7
5.3.7
Apple iOS<12.4.7
12.4.7
Apple iPhone OS<12.4.7
Apple WatchOS<5.3.7
Apple iOS<13.3.1
13.3.1
Apple iPadOS<13.3.1
13.3.1

Event History

Feb 27, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:45 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:45 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-3843?

CVE-2020-3843 is a memory corruption issue in Wi-Fi that has been addressed with improved input validation.

2

Which software is affected by CVE-2020-3843?

Apple iOS versions up to and excluding 12.4.7, Apple watchOS versions up to and excluding 5.3.7, Apple iOS versions up to and excluding 13.3.1, Apple iPadOS versions up to and excluding 13.3.1, Apple macOS Catalina versions up to and excluding 10.15.3, Apple Mojave, and Apple High Sierra.

3

How can I fix CVE-2020-3843?

Update your Apple devices to the recommended software versions: iOS 12.4.7, watchOS 5.3.7, iOS 13.3.1, iPadOS 13.3.1, or macOS Catalina 10.15.3.

4

What is the severity of CVE-2020-3843?

The severity of CVE-2020-3843 is not specified.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-3843?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-3843 on the Apple support page. [^1^] [^2^] [^3^]

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