#VU52673 Improper Initialization in macOS


Published: 2021-04-27 | Updated: 2021-06-03

Vulnerability identifier: #VU52673

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-1820

CWE-ID: CWE-665

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
macOS
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor: Apple Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to improper memory initialization in WebKit. A remote attacker can create a specially crafted web page, trick the victim into visiting it and disclose contents of process memory.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

macOS: 11.0 20A2411 - 11.2.3 20D91


External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212325


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.


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