iOS 17.5 and iPadOS 17.5 Address Memory Handling Vulnerability
CVE-2024-27818

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Apple
Status
iOS And iPad OS
Mac OS
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 May 2024

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👾 Exploit Exists📰 News Worthy

Summary

A vulnerability has been identified in Apple's iOS, iPadOS, and macOS software that stems from improper memory handling. This can potentially allow an attacker to exploit the flaw, leading to unexpected termination of applications or enabling arbitrary code execution. Users are encouraged to update to the latest software versions to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability and enhance the overall security of their devices.

Affected Version(s)

iOS and iPadOS < 17.5

macOS < 14.5

News Articles

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iOS 17.5 Security Patches – Everything You Need To Know

Apple has recently released iOS 17.5 Security Patches update that addresses 15 vulnerabilities in the iPhone operating system.........

9 months ago

References

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT214101
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT214106
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2024/May/10

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

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • 📰

    First article discovered by iOSNerds

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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