Is CVE-2023-41064 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2023-41064 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2023-41064 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2023-41064 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-41064?

CVE-2023-41064 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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HIGHCISA KEVIN THE WILD

CVE-2023-41064

Published: September 11, 2023

EPSS:85.35%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:99.3th

Official Description

Apple iOS, iPadOS, and macOS contain a buffer overflow vulnerability in ImageIO when processing a maliciously crafted image, which may lead to code execution. This vulnerability was chained with CVE-2023-41061.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Apple iOS, iPadOS, and macOS ImageIO Buffer Overflow Vulnerability

Added to KEV: 2023-09-11Federal patch deadline: 2023-10-02

Required Action (CISA)

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

Risk Analysis

Apple iOS, iPadOS, and macOS are affected by a buffer overflow in ImageIO when processing malicious images, potentially leading to code execution. The high EPSS score of 0.85353 indicates a significant likelihood of exploitation, especially as it has been chained with another vulnerability.

This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild and is listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its chaining with CVE-2023-41061 suggests sophisticated attack campaigns.

Recommended Action

Users of Apple iOS, iPadOS, and macOS devices should apply the latest security updates immediately. Avoid opening or previewing images from untrusted sources.

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-2023-41064 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-2023-41064 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.