WebKit arbitrary code execution in Apple platforms
CVE-2023-42866 is an Apple WebKit memory corruption vulnerability affecting macOS Ventura, iOS, iPadOS, tvOS, Safari, and watchOS. Apple states that the issue was addressed with improved memory handling and that processing web content may lead to arbitrary code execution. Based on the vendor description, the flaw is in web content processing within WebKit/Safari-related components, where malformed or attacker-controlled content can trigger unsafe memory behavior and result in code execution in the context of the targeted process. Apple’s advisory does not provide the specific vulnerable function or a more granular root-cause classification beyond improved memory handling.
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A web content processing issue that could lead to arbitrary code execution; addressed with improved checks.
Vulnerabilità in elaborazione contenuti web che può portare a esecuzione di codice arbitrario; corretta con controlli migliori.
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Cross-references every affected SKU, including bundled OEM variants.
Community discussion across Reddit, Mastodon, and other social sources.