#VU106920 Improper authentication in AirPods firmware and Beats firmware - CVE-2023-27964

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#VU106920 Improper authentication in AirPods firmware and Beats firmware - CVE-2023-27964

Published: April 3, 2025


Vulnerability identifier: #VU106920
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:P/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2023-27964
CWE-ID: CWE-287
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability: No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
AirPods firmware
Beats firmware
Software vendor:
Apple Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows an attacker to gain unauthorized access to device.

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect authentication mechanism when headphones are seeking a connection request to one of previously paired devices. An attacker in Bluetooth range can spoof the intended source device and gain access to headphones.


Remediation

Install updates from vendor's website.

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