#VU74069 Input validation error in Apple iOS and iPadOS


Vulnerability identifier: #VU74069

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-27961

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: 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 gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input in the Calendar application when processing calendar invitation. A remote attacker can exfiltrate user information.

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


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.


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