CVE-2023-32419
Description
A bounds check issue in iOS and iPadOS allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code; fixed in iOS 16.5 and iPadOS 16.5.
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A bounds check issue in iOS and iPadOS allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code; fixed in iOS 16.5 and iPadOS 16.5.
Vulnerability
A bounds check vulnerability exists in iOS and iPadOS prior to version 16.5. The issue was addressed with improved bounds checks. Affected devices include iPhone 8 and later, iPad Pro (all models), iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 5th generation and later, and iPad mini 5th generation and later [1].
Exploitation
A remote attacker can exploit this vulnerability without any authentication or user interaction. The exact attack vector is not disclosed, but it is remotely exploitable over the network.
Impact
Successful exploitation allows a remote attacker to cause arbitrary code execution on the target device, potentially leading to full compromise of the system.
Mitigation
Apple released iOS 16.5 and iPadOS 16.5 on May 18, 2023, which contain the fix [1]. Users should update their devices to the latest version. No workarounds are available.
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Affected products
3- Range: <16.5
- Range: <16.5
- Range: unspecified
Patches
0No patches discovered yet.
Vulnerability mechanics
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References
1News mentions
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