Remote code execution in Apple iOS



Published: 2021-07-19 | Updated: 2021-07-22
Risk High
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2021-30800
CWE-ID CWE-134
Exploitation vector Local network
Public exploit Public exploit code for vulnerability #1 is available.
Vulnerable software
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Apple iOS
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

iPadOS
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor Apple Inc.

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains information about 1 vulnerabilities.

Updated: 22.07.2021

Assigned CVE-ID, added information about fixed version, updated bulletin status to patched.

1) Format string error

EUVDB-ID: #VU54949

Risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-30800

CWE-ID: CWE-134 - Use of Externally-Controlled Format String

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to a format string error in the wifid daemon when processing SSID name while connecting to a Wi-Fi hotspot. A remote attacker can supply a specially crafted SSID name that contains format string specifiers and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.

Mitigation

Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Apple iOS: 14.0 18A373 - 14.6 18F72

iPadOS: 14.0 18A373 - 14.6 18F72

External links

http://blog.zecops.com/research/meet-wifidemon-ios-wifi-rce-0-day-vulnerability-and-a-zero-click-vulnerability-that-was-silently-patched/
http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/iphone-bug-breaks-wifi-when-you-join-hotspot-with-unusual-name/
http://blog.chichou.me/2021/06/20/quick-analysis-wifid/
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212601


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the local network (LAN).

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.



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