CVE-2023-41061

Known Exploited

Description

A validation issue was addressed with improved logic. This issue is fixed in watchOS 9.6.2, iOS 16.6.1 and iPadOS 16.6.1. A maliciously crafted attachment may result in arbitrary code execution. Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been actively exploited.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 4.10% Top 15%
KEV Since 
Vendor Advisory apple.com Vendor Advisory apple.com Vendor Advisory apple.com Vendor Advisory apple.com
Affected: Apple iOS and iPadOS
Affected: Apple watchOS
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213905 vendor advisory
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213907 vendor advisory
https://support.apple.com/kb/HT213907 vendor advisory
https://support.apple.com/kb/HT213905 vendor advisory
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2023/Sep/5 third party advisory mailing list
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2023/Sep/4 third party advisory mailing list

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-41061?
CVE-2023-41061 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-41061?
To fix CVE-2023-41061, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2023-41061 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is confirmed that CVE-2023-41061 is actively exploited. Be extra cautious if you are using vulnerable components. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~4% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-41061?
CVE-2023-41061 affects Apple iOS and iPadOS, Apple watchOS.
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