CVE-2020-9813
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 1.34%
Last modified
CVE-2020-9813 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A logic issue existed resulting in memory corruption. This was addressed with improved state management. EPSS estimates a 1.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A logic issue existed resulting in memory corruption. This was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in iOS 13.5 and iPadOS 13.5, macOS Catalina 10.15.5, tvOS 13.4.5, watchOS 6.2.5. A malicious application may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel 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 | Watchos | < 6.2.5 |
| Apple | Ipados | < 13.5 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 13.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | < 10.15.5 |
| Apple | Tvos | < 13.4.5 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/HT211168Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT211170Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT211171Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT211175Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT211168Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT211170Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT211171Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT211175Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-9813?
A logic issue existed resulting in memory corruption. This was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in iOS 13.5 and iPadOS 13.5, macOS Catalina 10.15.5, tvOS 13.4.5, watchOS 6.2.5. A malicious application may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.
How severe is CVE-2020-9813?
CVE-2020-9813 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-9813?
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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