Is CVE-2023-37450 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2023-37450 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2023-37450 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2023-37450 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-37450?

CVE-2023-37450 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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HIGHCISA KEVIN THE WILD

CVE-2023-37450

Published: July 13, 2023

EPSS:0.02%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:5.7th

Official Description

Apple iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and Safari WebKit contain an unspecified 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.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Apple Multiple Products WebKit Code Execution Vulnerability

Added to KEV: 2023-07-13Federal patch deadline: 2023-08-03

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if updates are unavailable.

Risk Analysis

An unspecified vulnerability in Apple WebKit, affecting iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and Safari, can lead to code execution when processing malicious web content. Its inclusion in CISA's KEV catalog confirms active exploitation, making it a high-priority vulnerability. The low EPSS score does not diminish the urgency of addressing this confirmed threat.

This vulnerability is actively being exploited in the wild and is listed in CISA's KEV catalog. It is remotely exploitable through maliciously crafted web content.

Recommended Action

Install the latest security updates for Apple iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and Safari. Regularly update all web browsers and operating systems to protect against code execution vulnerabilities.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2023-37450 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-2023-37450 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.