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CVE-2023-23516
CVE-2023-23516
PUBLISHED
Reported by apple · Published June 23, 2023
The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Big Sur 11.7.3, macOS Ventura 13.2, macOS Monterey 12.6.3. An app may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.
Fixed versions
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| Package | Ecosystem | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| macos | apple | 13.2, 12.6.3, 12.6, 11.7.3, 11.7 |
Affected products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | macOS | unspecified |
| Apple | macOS | unspecified |
| Apple | macOS | unspecified |
| Apple | macOS | *, *, * |
Timeline
- Jan 23, 2023 CVE Published
- Jun 24, 2023 EPSS Score (30 in total, the first dated here)
- Feb 21, 2026 CVE Updated
- Apr 23, 2026 Security Advisory
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