Vulnerability Description
A logic issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in watchOS 7.0, tvOS 14.0, iOS 14.0 and iPadOS 14.0, macOS Big Sur 11.0.1. A malicious application may be able to elevate privileges.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 14.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 14.0 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 11.0, < 11.0.1 |
| Apple | Tvos | < 14.0 |
| Apple | Watchos | < 7.0 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211843Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211844Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211850Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211931Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211843Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211844Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211850Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211931Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-9971?
CVE-2020-9971 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). A logic issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in watchOS 7.0, tvOS 14.0, iOS 14.0 and iPadOS 14.0, macOS Big Sur 11.0.1. A malicious application may be able to elevate priv...
How severe is CVE-2020-9971?
CVE-2020-9971 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-2020-9971?
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.