CVE-2021-1867
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.79%
Last modified
CVE-2021-1867 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An out-of-bounds read was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5, macOS Big Sur 11.3. EPSS estimates a 1.79% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An out-of-bounds read was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5, macOS Big Sur 11.3. A malicious application may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/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 | Macos | >= 11.0, < 11.3 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212317Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212325Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212317Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212325Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-1867?
An out-of-bounds read was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5, macOS Big Sur 11.3. A malicious application may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.
How severe is CVE-2021-1867?
CVE-2021-1867 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.79% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-1867?
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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