Vulnerability identifier: #VU17145

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-6213

CWE-ID: CWE-120

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Apple iOS
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor: Apple Inc.

Description
The vulnerability allows a local authenticated attacker to gain elevated privileges.

The weakness exists due to a boundary error in the Kernel component when handling malicious input. A local authenticated attacker can run a specially crafted application, trigger buffer overflow and execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.

Mitigation
Update to version 12.1.3.

Vulnerable software versions

Apple iOS: 12.1 16B92 - 12.1.2 16C101, 12.0 16A366 - 12.0.1 16A404

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External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT209443

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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.