7.8
CWE
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Advisory Published
CVE Published
Updated

CVE-2017-13809: Input Validation

First published: Mon Sep 25 2017(Updated: )

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.13.1 is affected. The issue involves the "AppleScript" component. It allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted AppleScript file that is mishandled by osadecompile.

Credit: bat0s bat0s product-security@apple.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple Mac OS X<=10.13.0
Apple macOS High Sierra<10.13.1
10.13.1
Apple Sierra
Apple El Capitan
Apple macOS High Sierra<10.13
10.13

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?

    The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2017-13809.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-13809?

    CVE-2017-13809 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).

  • Which Apple products are affected by CVE-2017-13809?

    macOS High Sierra versions before 10.13.1, Sierra, El Capitan, and Mac OS X versions up to 10.13.0 are affected by CVE-2017-13809.

  • How can remote attackers exploit CVE-2017-13809?

    Remote attackers can exploit CVE-2017-13809 by executing arbitrary code through a crafted AppleScript file that is mishandled by osadecompile.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-13809?

    You can find more information about CVE-2017-13809 at the following references: [Reference 1](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT208221), [Reference 2](http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039710), [Reference 3](https://support.apple.com/HT208221).

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