First published: Mon Jan 23 2023(Updated: )
A buffer overflow issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Ventura 13.2. Mounting a maliciously crafted Samba network share may lead to arbitrary code execution.
Credit: Aleksandar Nikolic Cisco TalosDimitrios Tatsis Cisco TalosDimitrios Tatsis Cisco TalosAleksandar Nikolic Cisco Talos product-security@apple.com product-security@apple.com
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
---|---|---|
<13.2 | 13.2 | |
Apple macOS | >=13.0<13.2 |
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(Found alongside the following vulnerabilities)
CVE-2023-23539 is a buffer overflow vulnerability in macOS Ventura 13.0 to 13.1 that allows arbitrary code execution when mounting a malicious Samba network share.
This vulnerability can be exploited by mounting a specially crafted Samba network share.
CVE-2023-23539 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).
To fix CVE-2023-23539, you need to update your macOS Ventura to version 13.2 or higher.
You can find more information about CVE-2023-23539 at the following link: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213605