CVE-2018-4249: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Jun 01 2018(Updated: )
Kernel. A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved memory handling.
Credit: Kevin Backhouse Semmle Ltd product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| macOS High Sierra | <10.13.5 | 10.13.5 |
| macOS High Sierra | ||
| Apple El Capitan | ||
| Apple TV | <11.4 | |
| iStyle @cosme iPhone OS | <11.4 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | <10.13.5 | |
| Apple iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS | <4.3.1 |
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Reference Links
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT208849 (Advisory)
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/172828/Apple-packet-mangler-Remote-Code-Execution.html
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041027
- https://lgtm.com/blog/apple_xnu_packet_mangler_CVE-2017-13904
- https://support.apple.com/HT208848
- https://support.apple.com/HT208849
- https://support.apple.com/HT208850
- https://support.apple.com/HT208851
Peer vulnerabilities
(Found alongside the following vulnerabilities)
- CVE-2018-4196
- CVE-2018-4253
- CVE-2018-4256
- CVE-2018-4255
- CVE-2018-4254
- CVE-2018-4258
- CVE-2018-4257
- CVE-2018-7584
- CVE-2018-4219
- CVE-2018-5383
- CVE-2018-4171
- CVE-2018-4194
- CVE-2018-4180
- CVE-2018-4181
- CVE-2018-4182
- CVE-2018-4183
- CVE-2018-4478
- CVE-2018-4251
- CVE-2018-4211
- CVE-2018-4229
- CVE-2018-4159
- CVE-2018-4242
- CVE-2018-4202
- CVE-2018-4217
- CVE-2018-4141
- CVE-2018-4228
- CVE-2018-4236
- CVE-2018-4234
- CVE-2018-4249
- CVE-2018-8897
- CVE-2018-4241
- CVE-2018-4243
- CVE-2018-4237
- CVE-2018-4404
- CVE-2018-4227
- CVE-2018-4235
- CVE-2018-4240
- CVE-2018-4230
- CVE-2018-4221
- CVE-2018-4223
- CVE-2018-4224
- CVE-2018-4225
- CVE-2018-4226
- CVE-2018-4184
- CVE-2018-4198
- CVE-2018-4193
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-4249?
CVE-2018-4249 is a memory corruption issue in the Kernel component of certain Apple products.
Which products are affected by CVE-2018-4249?
iOS before 11.4, macOS before 10.13.5, tvOS before 11.4, and watchOS before 4.3.1 are affected.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-4249?
CVE-2018-4249 has a severity rating of 7.8 (Critical).
How can I fix CVE-2018-4249?
Update to the latest version of iOS, macOS, tvOS, or watchOS, depending on the affected product.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-4249?
You can find more information about CVE-2018-4249 at the following references: [Reference 1](http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/172828/Apple-packet-mangler-Remote-Code-Execution.html), [Reference 2](http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041027), [Reference 3](https://lgtm.com/blog/apple_xnu_packet_mangler_CVE-2017-13904).
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