Authentication Bypass Vulnerability in Apple iOS and iPadOS
CVE-2023-42973

4MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Apple
Status
iOS And iPad OS
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 April 2025

What is CVE-2023-42973?

A vulnerability in Apple's iOS and iPadOS allows unauthorized access to Private Browsing tabs. This issue can be exploited without proper authentication, posing a risk to user privacy. The vulnerability has been addressed in the latest updates with improved user interface controls, significantly reducing the risk of unauthorized access.

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Affected Version(s)

iOS and iPadOS < 17

References

https://support.apple.com/en-us/120949

CVSS V3.1

Score:
4
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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