CVE-2021-1791
An out-of-bounds read issue existed that led to the disclosure of kernel memory.
- Published
- Last modified
- Where the record stands: published, rejected by its publisher, or superseded by another id.What do these mean? →
- published
- Whether CISA lists it in its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog: proof that attackers are using it.What do these mean? →
- Not listed in CISA KEV
- Fix
- Fixed in 14.4, 11.2, 7.3
- Whether working attack code is public (Exploit-DB, Metasploit, Nuclei or GitHub). Public code makes attacks easier.What do these mean? →
- None on Exploit-DB, Metasploit or GitHub
Summary
An out-of-bounds read issue existed that led to the disclosure of kernel memory. This was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Big Sur 11.2, Security Update 2021-001 Catalina, Security Update 2021-001 Mojave, watchOS 7.3, tvOS 14.4, iOS 14.4 and iPadOS 14.4. A malicious application may be able to disclose kernel memory.
Timeline
- CVE published
- Record last updated
Affected versions
- Apple iOS and iPadOS
fixed in 14.4
- Apple macOS
fixed in 11.2
- Apple macOS
fixed in 7.3
- Apple macOS
fixed in 14.4