CVE-2021-30959: Buffer Overflow
A buffer overflow issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in Security Update 2021-008 Catalina, macOS Big Sur 11.6.2. Parsing a maliciously crafted audio file may lead to disclosure of user information.
Other sources
CoreAudio. A buffer overflow issue was addressed with improved memory handling.
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Affected Software
Event History
Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
- CVE-2021-30950
- CVE-2021-30931
- CVE-2021-30935
- CVE-2021-30942
- CVE-2021-30957
- CVE-2021-30962
- CVE-2021-30959
- CVE-2021-30961
- CVE-2021-30963
- CVE-2021-30958
- CVE-2021-30945
- CVE-2021-31007
- CVE-2021-31013
- CVE-2021-30895
- CVE-2021-30977
- CVE-2021-30969
- CVE-2021-30939
- CVE-2021-30981
- CVE-2021-30982
- CVE-2021-30927
- CVE-2021-30980
- CVE-2021-30937
- CVE-2021-30949
- CVE-2021-30990
- CVE-2021-30976
- CVE-2021-30929
- CVE-2021-30979
- CVE-2021-30940
- CVE-2021-30941
- CVE-2021-30973
- CVE-2021-30971
- CVE-2021-30995
- CVE-2021-30968
- CVE-2021-30947
- CVE-2021-30946
- CVE-2021-30975
- CVE-2021-31002
- CVE-2021-30767
- CVE-2021-30970
- CVE-2021-30965
- CVE-2021-30938
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-30959?
CVE-2021-30959 is a buffer overflow vulnerability in CoreAudio that has been fixed with improved memory handling.
How does CVE-2021-30959 affect macOS Big Sur?
CVE-2021-30959 affects macOS Big Sur versions up to 11.6.2, but it has been addressed with the remedy version 11.6.2.
Is Apple Catalina affected by CVE-2021-30959?
Yes, Apple Catalina is affected by CVE-2021-30959.
How can I fix CVE-2021-30959?
To fix CVE-2021-30959, update macOS Big Sur to version 11.6.2 or later.
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2021-30959?
The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2021-30959 is CWE-119.