CVE-2023-42962
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.80%
Last modified
CVE-2023-42962 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. This issue was addressed with improved checks This issue is fixed in iOS 17.2 and iPadOS 17.2, iOS 16.7.3 and iPadOS 16.7.3. A remote attacker may be able to cause a denial-of-service.. EPSS estimates a 0.80% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
This issue was addressed with improved checks This issue is fixed in iOS 17.2 and iPadOS 17.2, iOS 16.7.3 and iPadOS 16.7.3. A remote attacker may be able to cause a denial-of-service.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 16.7.3 |
| Apple | Ipados | >= 17.0, < 17.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 16.7.3 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | >= 17.0, < 17.2 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT214034Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT214035Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT214034Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT214035Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-42962?
This issue was addressed with improved checks This issue is fixed in iOS 17.2 and iPadOS 17.2, iOS 16.7.3 and iPadOS 16.7.3. A remote attacker may be able to cause a denial-of-service.
How severe is CVE-2023-42962?
CVE-2023-42962 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.80% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-42962?
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-2023-42962?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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