CVE-2018-4090: Infoleak
First published: Tue Apr 03 2018(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 11.2.5 is affected. macOS before 10.13.3 is affected. tvOS before 11.2.5 is affected. watchOS before 4.2.2 is affected. The issue involves the "Kernel" component. It allows attackers to bypass intended memory-read restrictions via a crafted app.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Apple Tv | <11.2.5 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | <11.2.5 | |
| Apple Mac OS X | <10.13.3 | |
| Apple watchOS | <4.2.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-4090?
The severity of CVE-2018-4090 is medium with a severity value of 5.5.
Which Apple products are affected by CVE-2018-4090?
Certain Apple products including iOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS are affected by CVE-2018-4090.
How can attackers exploit CVE-2018-4090?
Attackers can bypass intended memory-read restrictions via a crafted exploit for CVE-2018-4090.
How can I protect my Apple products from CVE-2018-4090?
To protect your Apple products, update them to the latest versions of iOS (11.2.5 or later), macOS (10.13.3 or later), tvOS (11.2.5 or later), and watchOS (4.2.2 or later).
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-4090?
You can find more information about CVE-2018-4090 on security websites such as SecurityFocus and SecurityTracker.
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