CVE-2019-8723: Input Validation

Published Sep 20, 2019
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Updated

ld64. Multiple issues in ld64 in the Xcode toolchains were addressed by updating to version ld64-507.4.

Other sources

Multiple issues in ld64 in the Xcode toolchains were addressed by updating to version ld64-507.4. This issue is fixed in Xcode 11.0. Compiling code without proper input validation could lead to arbitrary code execution with user privilege.

Credit

Pan ZhenPeng(Qihoo 360 Nirvan Team)

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
Apple Xcode<11.0
11.0
Apple Xcode<11.0

Event History

Dec 18, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:33 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:33 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Peer vulnerabilities

Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-8723?

The severity of CVE-2019-8723 is critical.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-8723?

To fix CVE-2019-8723, update Xcode to version 11.0 or higher.

3

What is ld64?

ld64 is a linker used in the Xcode toolchains.

4

What are the potential consequences of CVE-2019-8723?

The potential consequences of CVE-2019-8723 include arbitrary code execution with user privilege.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-8723?

You can find more information about CVE-2019-8723 on the Apple support page: [link](https://support.apple.com/HT210609).

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