Actively Exploited in the Wild
This vulnerability is being actively exploited in the wild.
Apple Multiple Products Memory Corruption Vulnerability Allowing Arbitrary Code Execution with Kernel Privileges
Vulnerability
A memory corruption vulnerability has been identified in multiple Apple products, including iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS. This vulnerability could allow an application to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges. The issue arises from improper memory handling, which has been addressed in the latest updates for each operating system.
Impact
Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to arbitrary code execution with kernel privileges, allowing an application to execute code at the highest system level.
Remediation
Users can update to the latest versions of iOS, iPadOS, macOS Catalina, tvOS, and watchOS to address this vulnerability. Instructions for updating can be found on the Apple Support website.
Vulnerability Rating
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