CVE-2017-13850
UnknownEPSS 0.84%
Last modified
CVE-2017-13850 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.12.6 is affected. EPSS estimates a 0.84% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.12.6 is affected. The issue involves the "Font Importer" component. It allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) or obtain sensitive information from process memory via a crafted font.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | < 10.12.6 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/HT207922Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207922Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-13850?
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.12.6 is affected. The issue involves the "Font Importer" component. It allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) or obtain sensitive information from process memory via a crafted font.
How severe is CVE-2017-13850?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-13850 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.84% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-13850?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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