CVE-2012-0643

Name: CVE-2012-0643
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2012-03-08T22:55:04.167+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 4.93%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2012-0643 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The kernel in Apple iOS before 5.1 does not properly handle debug system calls, which allows remote attackers to bypass sandbox restrictions and execute arbitrary code via a crafted program.. EPSS estimates a 4.93% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The kernel in Apple iOS before 5.1 does not properly handle debug system calls, which allows remote attackers to bypass sandbox restrictions and execute arbitrary code via a crafted program.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

4.93%

91.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Iphone Os	< 5.1

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Mar/msg00001.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Sep/msg00004.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/48288Third Party Advisory
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5501Vendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1026774Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Mar/msg00001.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Sep/msg00004.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/48288Third Party Advisory
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5501Vendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1026774Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Mar 8, 2012
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-0643?

The kernel in Apple iOS before 5.1 does not properly handle debug system calls, which allows remote attackers to bypass sandbox restrictions and execute arbitrary code via a crafted program.

How severe is CVE-2012-0643?

Severity scoring for CVE-2012-0643 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.93% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2012-0643?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2012-0643?

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Source: NVD / NIST