Vulnerability identifier: #VU16290
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 2.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-200
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Apple iOS
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system
Vendor: Apple Inc.
Description
The vulnerability allows a local attacker to obtain potentially sensitive information on the target system.
The weakness exists due to an error in the File Provider component. A local attacker can run a specially crafted application and learn information about the presence of other applications on the device.
Mitigation
Update to version 12.1.1.
Vulnerable software versions
Apple iOS: 12.1 16B92, 12.0 16A366 - 12.0.1 16A404
External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT209340
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.