CVE-2009-2794

Name: CVE-2009-2794
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2009-09-10T21:30:01.14+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.26%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2009-2794 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Exchange Support component in Apple iPhone OS before 3.1, and iPhone OS before 3.1.1 for iPod touch, does not properly implement the "Maximum inactivity time lock" functionality, which allows local users to bypass intended Microsoft Exchange restrictions by choosing a large Require Passcode time value.. EPSS estimates a 0.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Exchange Support component in Apple iPhone OS before 3.1, and iPhone OS before 3.1.1 for iPod touch, does not properly implement the "Maximum inactivity time lock" functionality, which allows local users to bypass intended Microsoft Exchange restrictions by choosing a large Require Passcode time value.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.26%

17.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-362

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Iphone Os	2.0
Apple	Iphone Os	2.0.0
Apple	Iphone Os	2.0.1
Apple	Iphone Os	2.0.2
Apple	Iphone Os	2.1
Apple	Iphone Os	2.1.1
Apple	Iphone Os	2.2
Apple	Iphone Os	2.2.1
Apple	Iphone Os	3.0
Apple	Iphone Os	3.0.1

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/Sep/msg00001.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/36677Vendor Advisory
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3860Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/36342
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/53181
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/Sep/msg00001.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/36677Vendor Advisory
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3860Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/36342
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/53181

Timeline

Published: Sep 10, 2009
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2009-2794?

How severe is CVE-2009-2794?

Severity scoring for CVE-2009-2794 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2009-2794?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST