CVE-2023-42876
HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 0.20%
Last modified
CVE-2023-42876 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The issue was addressed with improved bounds checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Sonoma 14. EPSS estimates a 0.20% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The issue was addressed with improved bounds checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Sonoma 14. Processing a file may lead to a denial-of-service or potentially disclose memory contents.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | < 14.0 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213940Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213940Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-42876?
The issue was addressed with improved bounds checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Sonoma 14. Processing a file may lead to a denial-of-service or potentially disclose memory contents.
How severe is CVE-2023-42876?
CVE-2023-42876 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.20% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-42876?
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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