SB2020042245 - Remote code execution in Apple iOS



SB2020042245 - Remote code execution in Apple iOS

Published: April 22, 2020

Security Bulletin ID SB2020042245
Severity
Critical
Patch available
NO
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

Critical 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Out-of-bounds write (CVE-ID: N/A)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise vulnerable system.

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error when processing email in the iOS MobileMail. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted email message, trigger an out-of-bounds write and execute arbitrary code on the target system. No user interaction is required to execute arbitrary code.

Note, this vulnerability is being actively exploited in the wild.


Remediation

Cybersecurity Help is not aware of any official remediation provided by the vendor.