CVE-2023-23524: Input Validation

Published Feb 13, 2023
·
Updated

A denial-of-service issue was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in tvOS 16.3.2, iOS 16.3.1 and iPadOS 16.3.1, watchOS 9.3.1, macOS Ventura 13.2.1. Processing a maliciously crafted certificate may lead to a denial-of-service.

Other sources

Security. A denial-of-service issue was addressed with improved input validation.

Security. Description: A denial-of-service issue was addressed with improved input validation.

Credit

David Benjamin(Google Chrome)

Affected Software

10 affected componentsFixes available
Apple tvOS<16.3.2
16.3.2
Apple WatchOS<9.3.1
9.3.1
Apple macOS Ventura<13.2.1
13.2.1
Apple iOS<16.3.1
16.3.1
Apple iPadOS<16.3.1
16.3.1
Apple iPadOS<16.3.1
Apple iPhone OS<16.3.1
Apple macOS<13.2.1
Apple tvOS<16.3.2
Apple WatchOS<9.3.1

Event History

Feb 27, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Peer vulnerabilities

Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.

Free Weekly Intel

Don't miss critical vulnerabilities

Join thousands of security professionals who receive our weekly digest of trending CVEs, zero-days, and exploited vulnerabilities.

No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-23524?

CVE-2023-23524 is a denial-of-service issue that has been fixed in tvOS 16.3.2, iOS 16.3.1 and iPadOS 16.3.1, watchOS 9.3.1, and macOS Ventura 13.2.1.

2

How can CVE-2023-23524 be exploited?

CVE-2023-23524 can be exploited by processing a maliciously crafted certificate, which may lead to a denial-of-service.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2023-23524?

CVE-2023-23524 has a severity level of 7.5 (High).

4

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2023-23524?

The affected software versions are tvOS up to exclusive version 16.3.2, iOS up to exclusive version 16.3.1, iPadOS up to exclusive version 16.3.1, watchOS up to exclusive version 9.3.1, and macOS Ventura up to exclusive version 13.2.1.

5

How can I fix CVE-2023-23524?

To fix CVE-2023-23524, update your software to tvOS 16.3.2, iOS 16.3.1 and iPadOS 16.3.1, watchOS 9.3.1, or macOS Ventura 13.2.1.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203