Vulnerability 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.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 16.6.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 16.6.1 |
| Apple | Watchos | < 9.6.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2023/Sep/4Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2023/Sep/5Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213905Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213907Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT213905Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT213907Vendor Advisory
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2023/Sep/4Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2023/Sep/5Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213905Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213907Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT213905Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT213907Vendor Advisory
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2023-US Government Resource
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-41061?
CVE-2023-41061 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). 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...
How severe is CVE-2023-41061?
CVE-2023-41061 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-2023-41061?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Ipados, Apple Iphone Os, Apple Watchos.