Vulnerability identifier: #VU52700

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 2.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-1865

CWE-ID: CWE-200

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

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

Vendor: Apple Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists in the Password Manager component that allows to view user's passwords on screen. An attacker with physical proximity to the device can eavesdrop on victim's passwords.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Apple iOS: 14.4 18D52 - 14.4.2 18D70, 14.2 18B92 - 14.2.1 18B121, 14.0 18A373 - 14.0.1 18A393

iPadOS: 14.0 18A373 - 14.4.2 18D70

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External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212317

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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.