CVE-2021-30869

A type confusion issue was addressed with improved state handling. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.5.5, iOS 14.4 and iPadOS 14.4, macOS Big Sur 11.2, Security Update 2021-001 Catalina, Security Update 2021-001 Mojave, Security Update 2021-006 Catalina. A malicious application may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges. Apple is aware of reports that an exploit for this issue exists in the wild.

Summary:

A type confusion issue was addressed with improved state handling. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.5.5, iOS 14.4 and iPadOS 14.4, macOS Big Sur 11.2, Security Update 2021-001 Catalina, Security Update 2021-001 Mojave, Security Update 2021-006 Catalina. A malicious application may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges. Apple is aware of reports that an exploit for this issue exists in the wild.

Reference Links(if available):

  • https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212147
  • https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212824
  • https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212825
  • https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212146
  • CVSS Score (if available)

    v2: / MEDIUM

    v3: /

    Links to Exploits(if available)