#VU48192 Improper Authorization in Apple iOS - CVE-2020-27902

Vulnerability identifier: #VU48192

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:P/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-27902

CWE-ID: CWE-285

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 gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists within the Keyboard subsystem. A person with physical access to an iOS device may be able to access stored passwords without authentication.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Apple iOS: 14.0 18A373, 14.1 18A8395

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External links
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211929

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. The attacker should have physical access to the system in order to successfully exploit this vulnerability.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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