CVE-2018-4291

Multiple memory corruption issues were addressed with improved memory handling

published April 3, 2019

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
81.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Memory mishaps in macOS could leave users vulnerable! Multiple memory corruption issues were present in versions prior to macOS High Sierra 10.13.6, potentially leading to unexpected behavior. 🔥 Think of this as a restaurant kitchen tossing ingredients into dishes without checking for spoilage — a recipe for disaster! If the wrong elements interact, you could end up with a dish that’s far from appetizing. The consequences could be frustratingly sneaky, allowing applications to crash or behave unpredictably, which could lead to data loss or system instability. While no known exploits currently exist, it’s better to be safe than sorry!

Put simply

Think of this as a restaurant kitchen tossing ingredients into dishes without checking for spoilage — a recipe for disaster! If the wrong elements interact, you could end up with a dish that’s far from appetizing. This vulnerability involves multiple memory corruption issues caused by improper memory handling, which can result in unpredictable application behavior.

What to do

The consequences could be frustratingly sneaky, allowing applications to crash or behave unpredictably, which could lead to data loss or system instability. While no known exploits currently exist, it’s better to be safe than sorry! To shore up security, make sure to update to macOS High Sierra 10.13.6 or later. Regularly check for software updates and prioritize patches that address memory management issues. You've got this! By keeping your system updated, you’re stepping up as a security hero! 🦸‍♂️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02059 · 81.2th percentile
Published
2019-04-03T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 03 APR 00:00Z
    Multiple memory corruption issues were addressed with improved memory handling
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