#VU48174 Security restrictions bypass in Apple iOS - CVE-2020-27929

Vulnerability identifier: #VU48174

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.2 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-27929

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

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

Vendor: Apple Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass certain restrictions

The vulnerability exists due to a logic issue in the handling of Group FaceTime calls. A user may send video in Group FaceTime calls without knowing that they have done so.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Apple iOS: 12.4 16G77 - 12.4.8 16G201

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External links
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211940

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.