Vulnerability Description
A use after free issue was addressed with improved memory management. This issue is fixed in iOS 14.2 and iPadOS 14.2, macOS Big Sur 11.0.1, watchOS 7.1, tvOS 14.2. A local attacker may be able to elevate their privileges.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 14.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 14.2 |
| Apple | Macos | < 11.0.1 |
| Apple | Tvos | < 14.2 |
| Apple | Watchos | < 7.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211928Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211929Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211930Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211931Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211928Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211929Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211930Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211931Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-27899?
CVE-2020-27899 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). A use after free issue was addressed with improved memory management. This issue is fixed in iOS 14.2 and iPadOS 14.2, macOS Big Sur 11.0.1, watchOS 7.1, tvOS 14.2. A local attacker may be able to ele...
How severe is CVE-2020-27899?
CVE-2020-27899 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-27899?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Ipados, Apple Iphone Os, Apple Macos, Apple Tvos, Apple Watchos.