Main Vulnerability Database Vulnerabilities #VU99427

Security features bypass in Apple iOS and iPadOS - CVE-2024-40851

Published: October 28, 2024

Vulnerability identifier: #VU99427

CSH Severity: Low

CVSS v4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:P/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-40851

CWE-ID: CWE-254

Exploitation vector: Local access

Exploit availability: No public exploit available

Vendor: Apple Inc.

Affected software:
Apple iOS
iPadOS

Detailed vulnerability description

The vulnerability allows an attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due to an error in Siri. An attacker with physical access to a locked device can access contact photos from the lock screen.

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