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CVE-2023-28209: Buffer Overflow

First published: Mon Mar 27 2023(Updated: )

A buffer overflow issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Ventura 13.3. An app may be able to cause unexpected system termination or write kernel memory.

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Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
<13.3
13.3
Apple macOS>=13.0<13.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the vulnerability ID for this buffer overflow issue?

    The vulnerability ID for this buffer overflow issue is CVE-2023-28209.

  • What is the severity level of CVE-2023-28209?

    The severity level of CVE-2023-28209 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.

  • What is the affected software for CVE-2023-28209?

    The affected software for CVE-2023-28209 is macOS Ventura version up to 13.3.

  • How can an app exploit CVE-2023-28209?

    An app may be able to cause unexpected system termination or write kernel memory by exploiting CVE-2023-28209.

  • How can I fix CVE-2023-28209?

    The buffer overflow issue in CVE-2023-28209 is fixed in macOS Ventura 13.3, so updating to that version will fix the vulnerability.

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