#VU76355 Improper access control in watchOS - CVE-2023-32417

Vulnerability identifier: #VU76355

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-2023-32417

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
watchOS
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor: Apple Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows an attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in Face Gallery. A attacker with physical access to a locked Apple Watch can view user photos or contacts via accessibility features.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

watchOS: 9.0 20R361 - 9.4 20T253

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External links
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213764

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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.