CVE-2020-9929
HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 0.32%
Last modified
CVE-2020-9929 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Catalina 10.15.6. EPSS estimates a 0.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Catalina 10.15.6. A local user may be able to cause unexpected system termination or read kernel memory.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | < 10.15.6 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT211289Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT211289Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-9929?
A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Catalina 10.15.6. A local user may be able to cause unexpected system termination or read kernel memory.
How severe is CVE-2020-9929?
CVE-2020-9929 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-9929?
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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