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CVE-2018-4198: Input Validation

First published: Fri Jun 01 2018(Updated: )

UIKit. A validation issue existed in the handling of text. This issue was addressed with improved validation of text.

Credit: Hunter Byrnes product-security@apple.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
macOS High Sierra<10.13.5
10.13.5
macOS High Sierra
Apple El Capitan
Apple TV<11.4
iPhone OS<11.4
Apple iOS and macOS<10.13.5
Apple iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS<4.3.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?

    The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2018-4198.

  • Which Apple products are affected by this vulnerability?

    iOS before 11.4, macOS before 10.13.5, tvOS before 11.4, and watchOS before 4.3.1 are affected by this vulnerability.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-4198?

    The severity of CVE-2018-4198 is medium (CVSS score: 5.5).

  • How can remote attackers exploit this vulnerability?

    Remote attackers can exploit this vulnerability by causing a denial of service via a crafted text file.

  • How can I fix this vulnerability?

    To fix this vulnerability, it is recommended to update to the latest available version of iOS, macOS, tvOS, or watchOS.

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