USB-C Connection Vulnerability in Apple iOS and iPadOS Devices
CVE-2025-24193

2.4LOW

Key Information:

Vendor
Apple
Status
iOS And iPad OS
Vendor
CVE Published:
31 March 2025

Summary

A security vulnerability in Apple iOS and iPadOS allows unauthorized access to photos on unlocked devices through a USB-C connection. This issue could enable attackers to programmatically access sensitive user photos, highlighting the importance of robust authentication measures. Apple has addressed this issue in the latest updates, emphasizing the need for users to update to iOS 18.4 and iPadOS 18.4 to safeguard their devices.

Affected Version(s)

iOS and iPadOS < 18.4

References

https://support.apple.com/en-us/122371

CVSS V3.1

Score:
2.4
Severity:
LOW
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Physical
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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