ID:9236 - Exploit for Memory corruption in Apple iOS - CVE-2018-4416

 
Main Vulnerability Database Exploits ID:9236 - Exploit for Memory corruption in Apple iOS - CVE-2018-4416

ID:9236 - Exploit for Memory corruption in Apple iOS - CVE-2018-4416

Published: August 7, 2023


Vulnerability identifier: #VU15653
Vulnerability risk: High
CVE-ID: CVE-2018-4416
CWE-ID: CWE-119
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Vulnerable software:
Apple iOS

Link to public exploit:


Vulnerability description

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

The weakness exists due to a boundary error in WebKit component when handling malicious input. A remote attacker can trick the victim into visiting a specially crafted website, trigger memory corruption and execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.


Remediation

Update to version 12.1.