Vulnerability Description
An out-of-bounds write issue was addressed with improved bounds checking. This issue is fixed in watchOS 7.2, macOS Big Sur 11.1, Security Update 2020-001 Catalina, Security Update 2020-007 Mojave, iOS 14.3 and iPadOS 14.3, tvOS 14.3. Processing a maliciously crafted audio file may lead to arbitrary code execution.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 14.3 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 14.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | >= 10.14, < 10.14.6 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 11.0, < 11.1.0 |
| Apple | Tvos | < 14.3 |
| Apple | Watchos | < 7.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212003Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212005Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212009Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212011Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212003Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212005Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212009Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212011Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-27948?
CVE-2020-27948 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). An out-of-bounds write issue was addressed with improved bounds checking. This issue is fixed in watchOS 7.2, macOS Big Sur 11.1, Security Update 2020-001 Catalina, Security Update 2020-007 Mojave, iO...
How severe is CVE-2020-27948?
CVE-2020-27948 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-27948?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Ipados, Apple Iphone Os, Apple Mac Os X, Apple Macos, Apple Tvos.