Apple Addresses Memory Corruption Issue in iOS and iPadOS

CVE-2024-23225

7.8HIGH

Key Information

Vendor: Apple
Status: iOS And iPad OS
Vendor: CVE Published:; 5 March 2024

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What is CVE-2024-23225?

CVE-2024-23225 is a critical vulnerability affecting Apple’s iOS and iPadOS operating systems. This vulnerability arises from a memory corruption issue that compromises kernel memory protections. Should an attacker exploit this flaw, they would gain the ability to read and write arbitrary kernel memory, potentially leading to severe security breaches. Given the widespread use of Apple devices in both personal and organizational environments, the exploitation of this vulnerability could have detrimental effects, including unauthorized access to sensitive information and control over devices.

Technical Details

The vulnerability is tied to insufficient validation processes within the kernel of iOS and iPadOS, which could allow an attacker to manipulate kernel memory. The issue has been addressed in several updates, specifically in iOS versions 16.7.6 and 17.4, as well as iPadOS versions 16.7.6 and 17.4. Users are encouraged to update their devices to the latest versions to mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability.

Impact of the Vulnerability

Bypassing Kernel Memory Protections: Attackers could exploit this vulnerability to gain unauthorized access to sensitive data stored in kernel memory, potentially leading to data leaks.
Device Compromise: With the ability to manipulate kernel memory, an attacker could execute arbitrary code, gaining full control over the affected devices, which can facilitate various forms of cyberattacks, including the installation of malware.
Increased Risk of Exploitation: Given that the vulnerability has been reported to have been exploited, organizations using affected Apple devices face an immediate risk, particularly those with outdated systems that have not implemented the security patches.

CISA Reported

CISA provides regional cyber and physical services to support security and resilience across the United States. CISA monitor the most dangerious vulnerabilities and have identifed CVE-2024-23225 as being exploited but is not known by the CISA to be used in ransomware campaigns. This is subject to change at pace

The CISA's recommendation is: Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

Affected Version(s)

iOS and iPadOS < 17.4

iOS and iPadOS < 16.7

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