CVE-2011-3431
UnknownEPSS 0.37%
Last modified
CVE-2011-3431 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Home screen component in Apple iOS before 5 does not properly support a certain application-switching gesture, which might allow physically proximate attackers to obtain sensitive state information by watching the device's screen.. EPSS estimates a 0.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Home screen component in Apple iOS before 5 does not properly support a certain application-switching gesture, which might allow physically proximate attackers to obtain sensitive state information by watching the device's screen.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | 3.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 3.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 3.1.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 3.1.3 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 3.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 3.2.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 3.2.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.0.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.0.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.2.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.2.5 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.2.8 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.3.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.3.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.3.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.3.3 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.3.5 |
References
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4999Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4999Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2011-3431?
The Home screen component in Apple iOS before 5 does not properly support a certain application-switching gesture, which might allow physically proximate attackers to obtain sensitive state information by watching the device's screen.
How severe is CVE-2011-3431?
Severity scoring for CVE-2011-3431 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-3431?
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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