Vulnerability identifier: #VU16291

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 4.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2018-4460

CWE-ID: CWE-264

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 cause DoS condition on the target system.

The weakness exists due to an error in the Kernel component. A local attacker can conduct DoS attack and cause the device to crash.

Mitigation
Update to version 12.1.1.

Vulnerable software versions

Apple iOS: 12.1 16B92, 12.0 16A366 - 12.0.1 16A404

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External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT209340

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Q & A

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.