Out-of-Bounds Read Vulnerability in Apple Products
CVE-2020-9877

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Apple
Status
iOS
Mac OS
TV OS
Watch OS
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 October 2020

What is CVE-2020-9877?

An out-of-bounds read vulnerability was identified in multiple Apple products, which could be exploited through processing a maliciously crafted image. If successfully leveraged, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected devices. Apple has addressed this issue by enhancing the bounds checking mechanisms. Users are urged to update their software to the latest versions to mitigate any risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

iCloud for Windows < unspecified

iCloud for Windows (Legacy) < unspecified

iOS < unspecified

References

https://support.apple.com/kb/HT211289
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https://support.apple.com/kb/HT211288
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https://support.apple.com/kb/HT211290
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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