Vulnerability identifier: #VU53788

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-1756

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 an attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to a lock screen issue in the Phone Keypad. An attacker with physical proximity to device can access private contact information on a locked device.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Apple iOS: 14.2 18B92 - 14.2.1 18B121, 14.0 18A373 - 14.0.1 18A393

iPadOS: 14.0 18A373 - 14.3 18C66

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External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212146

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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.