CVE-2023-27953

Description

The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Ventura 13.3, macOS Monterey 12.6.4, macOS Big Sur 11.7.5. A remote user may be able to cause unexpected system termination or corrupt kernel memory.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 1.42% Top 25%
Vendor Advisory apple.com Vendor Advisory apple.com Vendor Advisory apple.com
Affected: Apple macOS
Affected: Apple macOS
Affected: Apple macOS
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References

Link Tags
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213670 vendor advisory
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213677 vendor advisory
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213675 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-27953?
CVE-2023-27953 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-27953?
To fix CVE-2023-27953, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2023-27953 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-27953 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-27953?
CVE-2023-27953 affects Apple macOS, Apple macOS, Apple macOS.
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