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CVE-2017-7121: Input Validation

First published: Mon Sep 25 2017(Updated: )

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.13 is affected. The issue involves the third-party "file" product. Versions before 5.30 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact.

Credit: product-security@apple.com found by OSS-Fuzz found by OSS-Fuzz found by OSS-Fuzz found by OSS-Fuzz found by OSS-Fuzz found by OSS-Fuzz

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple Mac OS X<=10.12.6
Apple macOS High Sierra<10.13
10.13

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-7121?

    The severity of CVE-2017-7121 is critical with a score of 9.8.

  • Which Apple products are affected by CVE-2017-7121?

    CVE-2017-7121 affects macOS before 10.13 and macOS High Sierra (version up to 10.13).

  • What is the impact of CVE-2017-7121?

    CVE-2017-7121 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact.

  • How can I fix CVE-2017-7121?

    To fix CVE-2017-7121, update to version 5.30 of the 'file' product.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-7121?

    You can find more information about CVE-2017-7121 at the following links: [SecurityFocus](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100993), [Apple Support](https://support.apple.com/HT208144), [Apple Support (en-US)](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT208144).

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