CVE-2023-32435
Published: June 23, 2023
Official Description
Apple iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and Safari WebKit contain a memory corruption vulnerability that leads to code execution when processing maliciously crafted web content. This vulnerability could impact HTML parsers that use WebKit, including but not limited to Apple Safari and non-Apple products which rely on WebKit for HTML processing.
CISA KEV Advisory
Apple Multiple Products WebKit Memory Corruption Vulnerability
Apple iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and Safari WebKit contain a memory corruption vulnerability that leads to code execution when processing maliciously crafted web content. This vulnerability could impact HTML parsers that use WebKit, including but not limited to Apple Safari and non-Apple products which rely on WebKit for HTML processing.
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Risk Analysis
This vulnerability in Apple iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and Safari WebKit involves memory corruption that can lead to arbitrary code execution when processing maliciously crafted web content. Its inclusion in CISA's KEV catalog and an EPSS score of 0.00415 indicate confirmed active exploitation, making this a high-priority threat that requires immediate action.
This flaw is actively exploited in the wild, as confirmed by its presence in CISA's KEV catalog. Attackers can exploit this remotely by tricking users into visiting a specially crafted malicious website.
Users should immediately update their Apple devices (iOS, iPadOS, macOS) and Safari browser to the latest versions. Any other products relying on WebKit for HTML processing should also be updated promptly.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-32435 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CISA has added CVE-2023-32435 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.
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Exploit & PoC Resources
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Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-32435 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1