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Apple iOS WebKit Memory Corruption Vulnerability

Apple - iOS · Listed in the CISA KEV since 2021-11-03. This indicates confirmed attacks in production environments.

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CVE-2021-30761

HighCVSS 8.8KEV
Published: Updated: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

A memory corruption vulnerability in WebKit, fixed in iOS 12.5.4, may allow arbitrary code execution when processing malicious web content. Apple is aware of active exploitation.

Risk Assessment

An attacker could exploit the vulnerability to execute arbitrary code remotely, potentially leading to system compromise or data theft.

Recommendation

Update iOS to version 12.5.4 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.

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Original NVD description (English source)

A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.5.4. Processing maliciously crafted web content may lead to arbitrary code execution. Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been actively exploited..

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