CVE-2017-7167 Memory corruption in n/a

High 7.8 Published 3 Apr 2018 Updated 5 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via crafted source code due to a buffer overflow in the Xcode linker 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-2017-7167?

CVE-2017-7167 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in Apple Xcode, published on 3 Apr 2018. 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 9.2 is affected. The issue involves the "ld64" component. A buffer overflow allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted source code.

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-7167?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Apple Xcode.

How do I fix CVE-2017-7167?

No fix has been published for CVE-2017-7167 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-2017-7167 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-7167 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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Sources

Also known as GHSA-fmrr-hm86-xwmh.