CVE-2012-0643 Privilege escalation in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code and bypass sandbox restrictions in iOS by exploiting improper handling of debug system calls in the kernel.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2012-0643?
CVE-2012-0643 is a critical vulnerability in Apple Iphone Os, published on 8 Mar 2012. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
The kernel in Apple iOS before 5.1 does not properly handle debug system calls, which allows remote attackers to bypass sandbox restrictions and execute arbitrary code via a crafted program.
Weakness: CWE-264
Which versions are affected by CVE-2012-0643?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Apple Iphone Os.
How do I fix CVE-2012-0643?
No fix has been published for CVE-2012-0643 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2012-0643 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2012-0643 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Apple Iphone Os
Sources
Also known as GHSA-prcv-gpmg-hfrg.