CVE-2018-4238
UnknownEPSS 0.31%
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CVE-2018-4238 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 11.4 is affected. EPSS estimates a 0.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 11.4 is affected. The issue involves the "Siri" component. It allows physically proximate attackers to bypass the lock-screen protection mechanism and enable Siri.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 11.4 |
References
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041031Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://support.apple.com/HT208848Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041031Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://support.apple.com/HT208848Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-4238?
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 11.4 is affected. The issue involves the "Siri" component. It allows physically proximate attackers to bypass the lock-screen protection mechanism and enable Siri.
How severe is CVE-2018-4238?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-4238 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-4238?
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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Are you affected by CVE-2018-4238?
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