CVE-2023-27948
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.23%
Last modified
CVE-2023-27948 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An out-of-bounds read was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Ventura 13.3. EPSS estimates a 0.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An out-of-bounds read was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Ventura 13.3. Processing an image may result in disclosure of process memory.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | >= 13.0, < 13.3 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213670Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213670Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-27948?
An out-of-bounds read was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Ventura 13.3. Processing an image may result in disclosure of process memory.
How severe is CVE-2023-27948?
CVE-2023-27948 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-27948?
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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