CVE-2023-41992
HighActively exploited (CISA KEV)
Description
The issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.7, iOS 16.7 and iPadOS 16.7, macOS Ventura 13.6. A local attacker may be able to elevate their privileges. Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been actively exploited against versions of iOS before iOS 16.7.
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.8
Exploit probability—
Product
Apple Multiple Products
PublishedSep 21, 2023
First seenSep 21, 2023
Added to KEVSep 25, 2023
Weakness typeCWE-754CWE-754
How to fix
CISA required action
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
CISA due date: Oct 16, 2023Update
- apple ipados16.7 or later
- apple iphone_os16.7 or later
- apple macos12.7, 13.6 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| apple ipados | v < 16.7, 17.0 | 16.7 |
| apple iphone_os | v < 16.7, 17.0 | 16.7 |
| apple macos | 12.0 ≤ v < 12.7, 13.0 ≤ v < 13.6 | 12.7, 13.6 |
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