CVE-2023-41974
CVSS 3.1 Score 7.8 of 10 (high)
Details
Summary
CVE-2023-41974 is a use-after-free vulnerability that has been addressed through improved memory management in iOS 17 and iPadOS 17. This issue poses a significant risk as an affected app can exploit it to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges. By taking advantage of this vulnerability, an attacker could gain elevated access to the system, potentially leading to data theft, unauthorized modifications, or other malicious activities. This vulnerability should be taken seriously, and users are strongly encouraged to update their devices to the latest software versions as soon as possible.
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Affected Products
- Apple (iPhone OS)
- iPadOS
Affected Vendors
- Apple
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