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OS X update for AppleScript (CVE-2023-28179)

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OS X update for AppleScript (CVE-2023-28179)

Severity
4
CVSS
(AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P)
Published
08/02/2023
Created
08/02/2023
Added
08/02/2023
Modified
08/21/2023

Description

The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Ventura 13.3. Processing a maliciously crafted AppleScript binary may result in unexpected app termination or disclosure of process memory.

Solution(s)

  • apple-osx-upgrade-13_3

References

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