CVE-2018-4084

MEDIUM

macOS < 10.13.3 - Unauthorized Memory Read via Wi-Fi Component

Title source: llm
STIX 2.1

Exploitation Summary

EIP tracks 1 public exploit for CVE-2018-4084. PoCs published by dybrkr.

AI-analyzed exploit summary This PoC exploits CVE-2018-4084, a WiFi information leak vulnerability in macOS High Sierra 10.13.1. It leverages the Apple80211 framework to trigger a leak and parse kernel addresses from the WiFi log file.

Description

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.13.3 is affected. The issue involves the "Wi-Fi" component. It allows attackers to bypass intended memory-read restrictions via a crafted app.

Exploits (1)

nomisec WORKING POC
by dybrkr · poc
https://github.com/dybrkr/wifi_leak

This PoC exploits CVE-2018-4084, a WiFi information leak vulnerability in macOS High Sierra 10.13.1. It leverages the Apple80211 framework to trigger a leak and parse kernel addresses from the WiFi log file.

Classification
Working Poc 90%
Attack Type
Info Leak
Complexity
Moderate
Reliability
Reliable
Target: macOS High Sierra 10.13.1
No auth needed
Prerequisites: macOS High Sierra 10.13.1 · MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Mid 2015) or similar hardware
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Feb 16, 2026 Full analysis →

References (3)

Core 3
Core References
Vendor Advisory x_refsource_confirm
https://support.apple.com/HT208465
Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry vdb-entry x_refsource_bid
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102785
Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry vdb-entry x_refsource_sectrack
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040267

Scores

CVSS v3 5.5
EPSS 0.0199
EPSS Percentile 78.2%
Attack Vector LOCAL
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

Details

CWE
CWE-200
Status published
Products (1)
apple/mac_os_x < 10.13.3
Published Apr 03, 2018
Tracked Since Feb 18, 2026