CVE-2023-38136

Name: CVE-2023-38136
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-07-27T01:15:34.487+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.30%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-38136 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in iOS 16.6 and iPadOS 16.6, watchOS 9.6. EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in iOS 16.6 and iPadOS 16.6, watchOS 9.6. An app may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.30%

21.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Ipados	< 16.6
Apple	Iphone Os	< 16.6
Apple	Watchos	< 9.6

References

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213841Release Notes
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213848Release Notes
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213841Release Notes
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213848Release Notes

Timeline

Published: Jul 27, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-38136?

The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in iOS 16.6 and iPadOS 16.6, watchOS 9.6. An app may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.

How severe is CVE-2023-38136?

CVE-2023-38136 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-38136?

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-2023-38136?

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Source: NVD / NIST