Vulnerability identifier: #VU74088
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVSSv3.1: 5.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-287
Exploitation vector: Local network
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 remote attacker to perform spoofing attack.
The vulnerability exists due to an error in the authentication process in NetworkExtension. A remote attacker can spoof a VPN server that is configured with EAP-only authentication on a device.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Apple iOS: 16.0 20A362 - 16.3.1 20D67
iPadOS: 16.0 20A362 - 16.3.1 20D67
External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213676
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the local network (LAN).
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.