Vulnerability identifier: #VU97402

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 2.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-40840

CWE-ID: CWE-371

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Apple iOS
Operating systems & Components / Operating system
iPadOS
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows an attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to a state management error within the Accessibility feature. An attacker with physical access to device can use Siri to obtain sensitive user data.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

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External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/121250

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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.