SecPod

Learn Search

Search across all Learn content

← Back to Security Research

Apple Critical Security Updates May 2020

Apple Security Updates May 2020 released security updates for multiple products. A total of 59 vulnerabilities addressed. The exploitation of some of these security flaws could allow an attacker to take control of an affected system. However, a vulnerability management tool can stop the exploitation

May 27, 20203 min read

Apple Security Updates May 2020 released security updates for multiple products. A total of 59 vulnerabilities addressed. The exploitation of some of these security flaws could allow an attacker to take control of an affected system. However, a vulnerability management tool can stop the exploitation.

The update for macOS includes fixes for 48 vulnerabilities which could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges, cause a denial of service, system termination or write kernel memory, leak memory, gain access to restricted files, bypass privacy preferences, gain elevated privileges, overwrite arbitrary files or corrupt memory. The updates include patches fixed by using a patch management tool.

A fix was released for dynamic library loading issue when running the installer in an untrusted directory in the Windows Migration Assistant. Successful exploitation of the vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.

A total of 10 vulnerabilities have been fixed in Apple Safari. The flaw exists while processing maliciously crafted web content. Successful exploitation may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.

Multiple vulnerabilities have been fixed in Apple iCloud for Windows 7 and Windows 10. Successful exploitation may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code and may also cause a denial of service or potentially disclose memory contents.

Apple Security Updates Summary for May 2020:

macOS

  • Affected OS: macOS Catalina, Mojave, and High Sierra
  • Affected features: AirDrop, AppleMobileFileIntegrity, AppleUSBNetworking, Audio, Bluetooth, Calendar, CoreBluetooth, CVMS, DiskArbitration, Find My, FontParser, ImageIO, Intel Graphics Driver, IPSec, Kernel, Ksh, NSURL, PackageKit, Python, Sandbox, Security, SIP, SQLite, System Preferences, USB Audio, Wi-Fi, WindowServer, zsh
  • Impact: Information Disclosure, Privilege Escalation, arbitrary code execution, memory corruption
  • CVEs: CVE-2019-14868, CVE-2019-20044, CVE-2020-3878, CVE-2020-3882, CVE-2020-9771, CVE-2020-9772, CVE-2020-9788 – CVE-2020-9795, CVE-2020-9797, CVE-2020-9804, CVE-2020-9808, CVE-2020-9809, CVE-2020-9811 – CVE-2020-9817, CVE-2020-9821, CVE-2020-9822, CVE-2020-9824 – CVE-2020-9828, CVE-2020-9830 – CVE-2020-9834, CVE-2020-9837, CVE-2020-9839 – CVE-2020-9842, CVE-2020-9844, CVE-2020-9847, CVE-2020-9851, CVE-2020-9852 and then CVE-2020-9855 – CVE-2020-9857

Windows Migration Assistant

  • Affected OS: macOS Catalina
  • Affected features: Windows Installer
  • Impact: Arbitrary code execution
  • CVEs: CVE-2020-9858

Safari

  • Product: Safari
  • Affected OS: macOS Mojave, macOS High Sierra, and macOS Catalina
  • Affected features: WebKit, WebRTCImpact: Arbitrary code execution, Information Disclosure, Cross-Site scripting
  • CVEs: CVE-2019-20503, CVE-2020-9800 – CVE-2020-9803, CVE-2020-9805 – CVE-2020-9807, CVE-2020-9843 and then CVE-2020-9850

iCloud

  • Product: iCloud
  • Affected OS: Windows 7 and Windows 10
  • Affected features: ImageIO, SQLite, WebKit
  • Impact: Arbitrary Code Execution, Cross-Site scripting, Denial of service
  • CVEs: CVE-2020-3878 – CVE-2020-9790, CVE-2020-9794, CVE-2020-9800, CVE-2020-9802, CVE-2020-9803, CVE-2020-9805 – CVE-2020-9807, CVE-2020-9843 and then CVE-2020-9850

Also, SanerNow detects these vulnerabilities and automatically fixes them by applying security updates. Furthermore, download SanerNow and keep your systems updated and secure.

Featured Posts

Open PHP2Shell After the Patch: The FAQ for Verification, Detection and Response
PHP2Shell After the Patch: The FAQ for Verification, Detection and Response

CVE Research

PHP2Shell After the Patch: The FAQ for Verification, Detection and Response

Patches for PHP2Shell are out, but verifying them, trusting interim mitigations and checking for earlier compromise are where teams are stuck. This FAQ covers stale version banners, container rebuilds, WAF limits, detection signals and what to rotate.

Oct 26, 2026

Open AI-Powered Ransomware Intrusions: Inside the Phantom Framework Linked to INC and The Gentlemen
AI-Powered Ransomware Intrusions: Inside the Phantom Framework Linked to INC and The Gentlemen

CVE Research

AI-Powered Ransomware Intrusions: Inside the Phantom Framework Linked to INC and The Gentlemen

The Phantom Framework supports AI-assisted cyber intrusions by enabling lateral movement, persistence, data exfiltration, and progression toward ransomware deployment, putting enterprise networks and sensitive organizational data at risk.

Oct 26, 2026

Open Tailscale SSH Flaws Turn a Single Foothold Into Root Access on Target Servers
vulnerability researchTailscale SSH Flaws Turn a Single Foothold Into Root Access on Target Servers

CVE Research

Tailscale SSH Flaws Turn a Single Foothold Into Root Access on Target Servers

Tailworm reports high-severity Tailscale SSH issues on version 1.104.2 where Unix-socket forwarding can run as root inside tailscaled, including TOCTOU races on path checks. A policy-approved device may escalate on reachable hosts. Tailscale is reviewing the report and working on fixes. Interim steps center on tighter SSH policy and disabling forwarding.

Oct 26, 2026

Open ARTEX and the South Korean Bank Attacks: Why Removing an AI Penetration Testing Tool Is Not Enough
ARTEX and the South Korean Bank Attacks: Why Removing an AI Penetration Testing Tool Is Not Enough

CVE Research

ARTEX and the South Korean Bank Attacks: Why Removing an AI Penetration Testing Tool Is Not Enough

Oct 23, 2026