CVE-2020-9768
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 1.28%
Last modified
CVE-2020-9768 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 13.4 and iPadOS 13.4, tvOS 13.4, watchOS 6.2. EPSS estimates a 1.28% 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 13.4 and iPadOS 13.4, tvOS 13.4, watchOS 6.2. An application may be able to execute arbitrary code with system privileges.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 13.4 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 13.4 |
| Apple | Tvos | < 13.4 |
| Apple | Watchos | < 6.2 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/HT211101Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT211102Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT211103Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT211101Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT211102Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT211103Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-9768?
A use after free issue was addressed with improved memory management. This issue is fixed in iOS 13.4 and iPadOS 13.4, tvOS 13.4, watchOS 6.2. An application may be able to execute arbitrary code with system privileges.
How severe is CVE-2020-9768?
CVE-2020-9768 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.28% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-9768?
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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