#VU99429 Security features bypass in Apple iOS and iPadOS - CVE-2024-44251

Vulnerability identifier: #VU99429

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 0.4 [CVSS:4.0/AV:P/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-44251

CWE-ID: CWE-254

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 sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to a state management issue in Spotlight. An attacker with physical access to the device can view restricted content from the lock screen.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Apple iOS: 18.0 22A3354 - 18.0.1 22A3370

iPadOS: 18.0 22A3354 - 18.0.1 22A3370

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External links
https://support.apple.com/en-us/121563

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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.