#VU58904 Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls in Apple iOS and iPadOS - CVE-2021-30932

Vulnerability identifier: #VU58904

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-2021-30932

CWE-ID: CWE-264

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 attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect permissions logic in the Notes application. An attacker with physical access to device can access contacts from the lock screen.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Apple iOS: 15.0 19A346 - 15.1.1 19B81

iPadOS: 15.0 19A346 - 15.1 19B75

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External links
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212976

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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.