Vulnerability identifier: #VU48194
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-362
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 compromise the affected system.
The vulnerability exists due to a race condition within the Model I/O subsystem when processing files. A remote attacker can trick the victim to open a specially crafted file and crash the system or execute arbitrary code.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Apple iOS: 14.0 18A373
External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211929
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.