Arbitrary code execution in Apple iOS

1) Arbitrary code execution

EUVDB-ID: #VU1069

Risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2016-4673

CWE-ID: CWE-119 - Memory corruption

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote authenticated user to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The weakness is due to improper memory handling. By persuading the victim to view a specially crafted JPEG file, attackers can cause execute arbitrary code.
Successfull exploitation of the vulnerability leads to arbitrary code excution on the vulnerable system.

Mitigation

Update to version 10.1.

Vulnerable software versions

Apple iOS: 9.0.0 - 10.0.1

External links

http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT207271

Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.