#VU81142 Out-of-bounds write in macOS


Published: 2023-09-26

Vulnerability identifier: #VU81142

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 5.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-35984

CWE-ID: CWE-787

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
macOS
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows an attacker to compromise the affected system.

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error in Bluetooth implementation. An attacker with physical proximity to the system can send specially crafted traffic to trigger an out-of-bounds write and execute arbitrary code.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions


External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213940


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. The attacker should have physical access to the system in order to successfully exploit this vulnerability.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.


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