CVE-2023-42833
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.92%
Last modified
CVE-2023-42833 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A correctness issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Sonoma 14, Safari 17, iOS 17 and iPadOS 17. EPSS estimates a 0.92% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A correctness issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Sonoma 14, Safari 17, iOS 17 and iPadOS 17. 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
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Safari | < 17.0 |
| Apple | Ipados | < 17.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 17.0 |
| Apple | Macos | < 14.0 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213938Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213940Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213941Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213938Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213940Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213941Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-42833?
A correctness issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Sonoma 14, Safari 17, iOS 17 and iPadOS 17. Processing web content may lead to arbitrary code execution.
How severe is CVE-2023-42833?
CVE-2023-42833 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.92% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-42833?
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-2023-42833?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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