Memory Handling Vulnerability in Apple iOS and iPadOS Products
CVE-2023-38136

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Apple
Status
iOS and iPadOS
watchOS
Vendor
CVE Published:
27 July 2023

Summary

A memory handling issue in Apple's iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS has been addressed, which could allow an app to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges. This vulnerability highlights the importance of timely updates and the implementation of security patches to maintain device integrity and user security.

Affected Version(s)

iOS and iPadOS < 16.6

watchOS < 9.6

References

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213841
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213848

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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