Product:
macOS
Summary
An integer overflow was addressed with improved input validation. This issue may allow an app to cause unexpected system termination. The vulnerability is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.6, macOS Sonoma 14.7.7, and macOS Ventura 13.7.7.
Details
| Severity | Base Score | CVE |
|---|---|---|
| MEDIUM | 6.2 | CVE-2025-43238 |
Exploitation
To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker would need to run a malicious application on a vulnerable version of macOS. The application could leverage the integer overflow to manipulate system processes, potentially leading to unexpected termination of the system. Since the attack complexity is low and does not require user interaction, it poses a significant risk to users who have not updated their systems.
Affected Products
- macOS Sequoia 15.6: Fixed the integer overflow issue with improved input validation.
- macOS Sonoma 14.7.7: Addressed the vulnerability to prevent unexpected system termination.
- macOS Ventura 13.7.7: Resolved the integer overflow issue to enhance system stability.
Mitigation
To mitigate this vulnerability, users are advised to update their macOS to the latest versions as specified. Regularly applying security updates is crucial to protect against potential exploits and ensure system integrity.