CVE-2018-4163: Buffer Overflow
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 11.3 is affected. Safari before 11.1 is affected. iCloud before 7.4 on Windows is affected. iTunes before 12.7.4 on Windows is affected. tvOS before 11.3 is affected. watchOS before 4.3 is affected. The issue involves the "WebKit" component. It allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via a crafted web site.
Other sources
WebKit. Multiple memory corruption issues were addressed with improved memory handling.
Credit
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
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tvOSto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 11.3 - Upgrade
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Apple iOS, iPadOS, and watchOSto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 4.3 - Upgrade
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Apple iCloudto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 7.4 - Upgrade
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Safarito a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 11.1 - Upgrade
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Apple iOS and iPadOSto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 11.3 - Upgrade
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debian/webkit2gtkto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 2.44.2-1~deb11u1Fixed in 2.50.4-1~deb11u1Fixed in 2.50.4-1~deb12u1Fixed in 2.50.4-1~deb13u1Fixed in 2.50.5-1Fixed in 2.50.6-1 - Upgrade
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iCloud for Windowsto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 7.4 - Upgrade
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iOSto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 11.3 - Upgrade
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iTunes for Windowsto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 12.7.4 - Upgrade
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watchOSto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 4.3
Event History
Parent advisories
This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.
Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
- CVE-2018-4155
- CVE-2018-4142
- CVE-2018-4167
- CVE-2018-4150
- CVE-2018-4104
- CVE-2018-4143
- CVE-2018-4185
- CVE-2017-15412
- CVE-2018-4166
- CVE-2018-4157
- CVE-2018-4144
- CVE-2018-4115
- CVE-2018-4113
- CVE-2018-4146
- CVE-2018-4101
- CVE-2018-4114
- CVE-2018-4118
- CVE-2018-4119
- CVE-2018-4120
- CVE-2018-4121
- CVE-2018-4122
- CVE-2018-4125
- CVE-2018-4127
- CVE-2018-4128
- CVE-2018-4129
- CVE-2018-4130
- CVE-2018-4161
- CVE-2018-4162
- CVE-2018-4163
- CVE-2018-4165
- CVE-2018-4207
- CVE-2018-4208
- CVE-2018-4209
- CVE-2018-4210
- CVE-2018-4212
- CVE-2018-4213
- CVE-2018-4145
- CVE-2018-4158
- CVE-2018-4390
- CVE-2018-4391
- CVE-2018-4117
- CVE-2018-4102
- CVE-2018-4116
- CVE-2018-4186
- CVE-2018-4137
- CVE-2018-4133
- CVE-2018-4177
- CVE-2018-4123
- CVE-2018-4168
- CVE-2018-4172
- CVE-2018-4151
- CVE-2018-4187
- CVE-2018-4174
- CVE-2018-4156
- CVE-2018-4134
- CVE-2018-4149
- CVE-2018-4173
- CVE-2018-4154
- CVE-2018-4140
- CVE-2018-4148
- CVE-2018-4110
- CVE-2018-4131
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-4163?
The severity of CVE-2018-4163 is high, with a severity value of 8.8.
Which Apple products are affected by CVE-2018-4163?
iOS before 11.3, Safari before 11.1, iCloud before 7.4 on Windows, iTunes before 12.7.4 on Windows, tvOS before 11.3, and watchOS before 4.3 are affected by CVE-2018-4163.
How can I fix CVE-2018-4163?
To fix CVE-2018-4163, update to the latest version of the affected software. For specific instructions, refer to the vendor's security advisory.
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2018-4163?
The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2018-4163 is 119.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-4163?
You can find more information about CVE-2018-4163 in the following references: [SecurityTracker](http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040604), [Gentoo GLSA](https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201808-04), [Apple Support](https://support.apple.com/HT208693).