CVE-2020-3880: Input Validation

Published Jan 28, 2020
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Updated

An out-of-bounds read was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in watchOS 6.1.2, iOS 13.3.1 and iPadOS 13.3.1, tvOS 13.3.1, macOS Catalina 10.15.3, Security Update 2020-001 Mojave, Security Update 2020-001 High Sierra. Processing a maliciously crafted image may lead to arbitrary code execution.

Other sources

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

Credit

Samuel Groß(Google Project Zero), CVE-2020-3870

Affected Software

12 affected componentsFixes available
Apple tvOS<13.3.1
13.3.1
Apple macOS Catalina<10.15.3
10.15.3
Apple Mojave
Apple High Sierra
Apple WatchOS<6.1.2
6.1.2
Apple iOS<13.3.1
13.3.1
Apple iPadOS<13.3.1
13.3.1
Apple iPadOS<13.3.1
Apple iPhone OS<13.3.1
Apple iOS and macOS<10.15.3
Apple tvOS<13.3.1
Apple WatchOS<6.1.2

Event History

Oct 27, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:42 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:42 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-3880?

CVE-2020-3880 is a vulnerability in ImageIO that allows for an out-of-bounds read due to improved input validation.

2

Which software products are affected by CVE-2020-3880?

CVE-2020-3880 affects Apple watchOS 6.1.2, Apple tvOS 13.3.1, Apple iOS 13.3.1, Apple iPadOS 13.3.1, Apple macOS Catalina 10.15.3, Apple Mojave, and Apple High Sierra.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2020-3880?

The severity of CVE-2020-3880 is not specified.

4

How can I fix CVE-2020-3880?

To fix CVE-2020-3880, update your software to the latest version provided by Apple.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-3880?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-3880 on Apple's official support pages: [link1](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT210920), [link2](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT210921), [link3](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT210919).

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