Vulnerability identifier: #VU16292

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2018-4431

CWE-ID: CWE-200

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: Yes

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 a boundary error in the Kernel component. A local attacker can trigger memory corruption and read kernel memory.

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. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.