CVE-2017-7136 Memory corruption in n/a

High 7.8 Published 23 Oct 2017 Updated 5 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service via crafted Mach-O files in Apple Xcode's ld64 component.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Local or same network only
Victim action needed: A user has to click or open something
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2017-7136?

CVE-2017-7136 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in Apple Xcode, published on 23 Oct 2017. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. Xcode before 9 is affected. The issue involves the "ld64" component. It allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via a crafted Mach-O file.

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-7136?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Apple Xcode.

How do I fix CVE-2017-7136?

No fix has been published for CVE-2017-7136 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2017-7136 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-7136 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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Sources

Also known as GHSA-w62v-62pg-qxrh.