medium
5.5
Advisory Published
CVE Published
Updated

CVE-2018-4448

First published: Wed Dec 05 2018(Updated: )

Kernel. A memory initialization issue was addressed with improved memory handling.

Credit: An independent security researcher has reported this vulnerability to Beyond Security’s SecuriTeam Secure Disclosure program Brandon Azad product-security@apple.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
tvOS<12.1.1
12.1.1
macOS Mojave<10.14.2
10.14.2
macOS High Sierra
macOS High Sierra
macOS Mojave<10.14.4
10.14.4
Apple iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS<5.1.2
5.1.2
Apple iOS and iPadOS<12.1.1
12.1.1
iPhone OS<12.1.1
Apple iOS and macOS>=10.12.6<10.14.4
tvOS<12.1.1
Apple iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS<5.1.2
Apple iOS and macOS>=10.13.6<10.14.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2018-4448?

    CVE-2018-4448 is a vulnerability related to a memory initialization issue in the Kernel that has been addressed with improved memory handling.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-4448?

    CVE-2018-4448 has a severity level of medium with a CVSS score of 5.5.

  • Which software versions are affected by CVE-2018-4448?

    The vulnerability affects macOS Mojave 10.14.4, Security Update 2019-002 High Sierra, Security Update 2019-002 Sierra, iOS 12.1.1, watchOS 5.1.2, macOS Mojave 10.14.2, Security Update 2018-003 High Sierra, Security Update 2018-0...

  • How can I fix CVE-2018-4448?

    To fix CVE-2018-4448, you should update your software to the fixed versions: macOS Mojave 10.14.4, Security Update 2019-002 High Sierra, Security Update 2019-002 Sierra, iOS 12.1.1, watchOS 5.1.2, macOS Mojave 10.14.2, Security Update 2018...

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-4448?

    You can find more information about CVE-2018-4448 at the following references: [link1], [link2], [link3].

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