Is CVE-2023-41993 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2023-41993 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2023-41993 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2023-41993 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-41993?

CVE-2023-41993 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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CVE-2023-41993

Published: September 25, 2023

EPSS:21.70%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:95.6th

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: 2023-09-25Federal patch deadline: 2023-10-16

Required Action (CISA)

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

Risk Analysis

This unspecified vulnerability in Apple iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and Safari WebKit allows for code execution when processing maliciously crafted web content. This affects Apple products and other HTML parsers using WebKit. The high EPSS score indicates a significant likelihood of exploitation, and its presence in the KEV catalog confirms it has been actively exploited, making it a critical vulnerability for users of affected Apple devices and browsers.

This vulnerability has been actively exploited in the wild. It is remotely exploitable through crafted web content.

Recommended Action

Users should update their Apple devices (iOS, iPadOS, macOS) and Safari browser to the latest versions. Exercise caution when visiting untrusted websites and opening suspicious web content.

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-2023-41993 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-2023-41993 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.