CVE-2020-27899
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.28%
Last modified
CVE-2020-27899 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A use after free issue was addressed with improved memory management. This issue is fixed in iOS 14.2 and iPadOS 14.2, macOS Big Sur 11.0.1, watchOS 7.1, tvOS 14.2. EPSS estimates a 0.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A use after free issue was addressed with improved memory management. This issue is fixed in iOS 14.2 and iPadOS 14.2, macOS Big Sur 11.0.1, watchOS 7.1, tvOS 14.2. A local attacker may be able to elevate their privileges.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 14.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 14.2 |
| Apple | Macos | < 11.0.1 |
| Apple | Tvos | < 14.2 |
| Apple | Watchos | < 7.1 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211928Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211929Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211930Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211931Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211928Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211929Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211930Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211931Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-27899?
A use after free issue was addressed with improved memory management. This issue is fixed in iOS 14.2 and iPadOS 14.2, macOS Big Sur 11.0.1, watchOS 7.1, tvOS 14.2. A local attacker may be able to elevate their privileges.
How severe is CVE-2020-27899?
CVE-2020-27899 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.28% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-27899?
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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