Authentication Flaw in Apple iOS and iPadOS that Exposes Photos
CVE-2025-24141

3.3LOW

Key Information:

Vendor
Apple
Status
iOS And iPad OS
Vendor
CVE Published:
27 January 2025

Summary

An authentication flaw has been addressed with enhanced state management in iOS and iPadOS. This security issue allows an attacker with physical access to an unlocked device the potential to access the Photos application while it remains locked, posing a privacy risk to users. The vulnerability highlights the importance of robust security mechanisms to protect sensitive personal data.

Affected Version(s)

iOS and iPadOS < 18.3

References

https://support.apple.com/en-us/122066

CVSS V3.1

Score:
3.3
Severity:
LOW
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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