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CVE-2023-32401: Buffer Overflow

First published: Thu May 18 2023(Updated: )

A buffer overflow was addressed with improved bounds checking. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.6.6, macOS Big Sur 11.7.7, macOS Ventura 13.4. Parsing an office document may lead to an unexpected app termination or arbitrary code execution.

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Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple macOS<11.7.7
11.7.7
macOS<12.6.6
12.6.6
macOS Ventura<13.4
13.4
macOS<11.7.7
macOS>=12.0.0<12.6.6
macOS>=13.0<13.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-32401?

    CVE-2023-32401 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-32401?

    To fix CVE-2023-32401, update your macOS to Monterey 12.6.6, Big Sur 11.7.7, or Ventura 13.4 or later.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-32401?

    CVE-2023-32401 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that affects macOS.

  • What happens if I do not address CVE-2023-32401?

    If left unaddressed, CVE-2023-32401 could lead to unexpected app termination or arbitrary code execution.

  • Which versions of macOS are affected by CVE-2023-32401?

    CVE-2023-32401 affects macOS Ventura prior to version 13.4, macOS Monterey prior to version 12.6.6, and macOS Big Sur prior to version 11.7.7.

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