CVE-2021-1833
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.86%
Last modified
CVE-2021-1833 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. This issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5. EPSS estimates a 0.86% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
This issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5. An application may be able to gain elevated privileges.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 14.5 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 14.5 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212317Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212317Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-1833?
This issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5. An application may be able to gain elevated privileges.
How severe is CVE-2021-1833?
CVE-2021-1833 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.86% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-1833?
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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