CVE-2023-38592
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.10%
Last modified
CVE-2023-38592 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A logic issue was addressed with improved restrictions. This issue is fixed in iOS 16.6 and iPadOS 16.6, watchOS 9.6, tvOS 16.6, macOS Ventura 13.5. EPSS estimates a 1.10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A logic issue was addressed with improved restrictions. This issue is fixed in iOS 16.6 and iPadOS 16.6, watchOS 9.6, tvOS 16.6, macOS Ventura 13.5. Processing web content may lead to arbitrary code execution.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | >= 16.0, < 16.6 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | >= 16.0, < 16.6 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 13.0, < 13.5 |
| Apple | Tvos | < 16.6 |
| Apple | Watchos | < 9.6 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2023/08/02/1Third Party Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213841Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213843Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213846Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213848Vendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2023/08/02/1Third Party Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213841Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213843Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213846Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213848Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-38592?
A logic issue was addressed with improved restrictions. This issue is fixed in iOS 16.6 and iPadOS 16.6, watchOS 9.6, tvOS 16.6, macOS Ventura 13.5. Processing web content may lead to arbitrary code execution.
How severe is CVE-2023-38592?
CVE-2023-38592 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.10% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-38592?
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-2023-38592?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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