CVE-2023-23507
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.24%
Last modified
CVE-2023-23507 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The issue was addressed with improved bounds checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.6.3, macOS Ventura 13.2. EPSS estimates a 0.24% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The issue was addressed with improved bounds checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.6.3, macOS Ventura 13.2. An app may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | >= 12.0.0, < 12.6.3 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 13.0, < 13.2 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213604Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213605Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213604Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213605Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-23507?
The issue was addressed with improved bounds checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.6.3, macOS Ventura 13.2. An app may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.
How severe is CVE-2023-23507?
CVE-2023-23507 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.24% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-23507?
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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