CVE-2021-30820
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 2.20%
Last modified
CVE-2021-30820 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A logic issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in iOS 14.8 and iPadOS 14.8. EPSS estimates a 2.20% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A logic issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in iOS 14.8 and iPadOS 14.8. A remote attacker may be able to cause arbitrary code execution.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 14.8 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 14.8 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212807Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212807Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-30820?
A logic issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in iOS 14.8 and iPadOS 14.8. A remote attacker may be able to cause arbitrary code execution.
How severe is CVE-2021-30820?
CVE-2021-30820 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.20% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-30820?
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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