CVE-2021-1864
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 2.09%
Last modified
CVE-2021-1864 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A use after free issue was addressed with improved memory management. This issue is fixed in iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5, watchOS 7.4, tvOS 14.5. EPSS estimates a 2.09% 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 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5, watchOS 7.4, tvOS 14.5. An attacker with JavaScript execution may be able to execute arbitrary code.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 14.5 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 14.5 |
| Apple | Tvos | < 14.5 |
| Apple | Watchos | < 7.4 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212317Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212323Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212324Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212317Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212323Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212324Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-1864?
A use after free issue was addressed with improved memory management. This issue is fixed in iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5, watchOS 7.4, tvOS 14.5. An attacker with JavaScript execution may be able to execute arbitrary code.
How severe is CVE-2021-1864?
CVE-2021-1864 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.09% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-1864?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2021-1864?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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