CVE-2018-4259

Multiple memory corruption issues were addressed with improved memory handling

published April 3, 2019

CVSS
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EPSS
2%
Percentile
81.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Multiple memory corruption issues are lurking beneath the surface of older macOS versions. Don’t let them sneak up on you! 🔍 Think of memory corruption like a wobbly shelf in a kitchen; if it’s not properly secured, dishes could easily slide off and create a chaotic mess. In the same way, these memory issues can lead to unexpected crashes or erratic behavior in your system. If left unaddressed, this vulnerability could lead to instability and unexpected crashes in your macOS environment. While it may not be actively exploited, the potential for system disruption remains, making it wise to act!

Put simply

Think of memory corruption like a wobbly shelf in a kitchen; if it’s not properly secured, dishes could easily slide off and create a chaotic mess. In the same way, these memory issues can lead to unexpected crashes or erratic behavior in your system. This vulnerability arises from multiple memory corruption issues due to improper memory handling, affecting macOS versions before 10.13.6. It's like having open-ended containers in a warehouse that might spill their contents unexpectedly.

What to do

If left unaddressed, this vulnerability could lead to instability and unexpected crashes in your macOS environment. While it may not be actively exploited, the potential for system disruption remains, making it wise to act! To protect your system, upgrade to macOS High Sierra 10.13.6 or later. Regularly check for updates to ensure your environment stays secure and stable. You've got this! Just a simple update and you'll be back to a safe and efficient system in no time. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02059 · 81.0th percentile
Published
2019-04-03T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 03 APR 00:00Z
    Multiple memory corruption issues were addressed with improved memory handling
    cvelistv5