CVE-2023-32428
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.60%
Last modified
CVE-2023-32428 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. This issue was addressed with improved file handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Ventura 13.4, tvOS 16.5, iOS 16.5 and iPadOS 16.5, watchOS 9.5. EPSS estimates a 0.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
This issue was addressed with improved file handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Ventura 13.4, tvOS 16.5, iOS 16.5 and iPadOS 16.5, watchOS 9.5. An app may be able to gain root privileges.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 16.5 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 16.5 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 13.0, < 13.4 |
| Apple | Tvos | < 16.5 |
| Apple | Watchos | < 9.5 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213757Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213758Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213761Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213764Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT213757Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT213758Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT213761Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT213764Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213757Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213758Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213761Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213764Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT213757Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT213758Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT213761Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT213764Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-32428?
This issue was addressed with improved file handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Ventura 13.4, tvOS 16.5, iOS 16.5 and iPadOS 16.5, watchOS 9.5. An app may be able to gain root privileges.
How severe is CVE-2023-32428?
CVE-2023-32428 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.60% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-32428?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2023-32428?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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