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CVE-2018-4187: Input Validation

First published: Thu Mar 29 2018(Updated: )

LinkPresentation. A spoofing issue existed in the handling of URLs. This issue was addressed with improved input validation.

Credit: Roman Mueller @faker_ Zhiyang Zeng @Wester Tencent Security Platform DepartmentRoman Mueller @faker_ Zhiyang Zeng @Wester Tencent Security Platform DepartmentRoman Mueller @faker_ Zhiyang Zeng @Wester Tencent Security Platform Department product-security@apple.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple iPhone OS<11.3.1
Apple Mac OS X<10.13.4
Apple iOS<11.3
11.3
Apple macOS High Sierra<10.13.4
10.13.4
Apple Sierra
Apple El Capitan
Apple macOS Mojave<10.14.1
10.14.1
Apple High Sierra

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2018-4187?

    CVE-2018-4187 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to spoof the UI via a crafted URL in a text message in certain Apple products.

  • Which Apple products are affected by CVE-2018-4187?

    iOS before 11.3.1 and macOS before 10.13.4 Security Update 2018-001 are affected by CVE-2018-4187.

  • How can remote attackers exploit CVE-2018-4187?

    Remote attackers can exploit CVE-2018-4187 by sending a text message with a crafted URL that spoofs the UI.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-4187?

    The severity of CVE-2018-4187 is medium with a severity value of 6.5.

  • How can I fix CVE-2018-4187?

    To fix CVE-2018-4187, update to iOS 11.3.1 or later and macOS 10.13.4 Security Update 2018-001 or later.

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