CVE-2023-41061

HighActively exploited (CISA KEV)

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.

SeverityHigh
CVSS7.8
Exploit probability—
ProductApple iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS
PublishedSep 7, 2023
First seenSep 7, 2023
Added to KEVSep 11, 2023

How to fix

CISA required action

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

CISA due date: Oct 2, 2023
Update
  • apple ipados16.6.1 or later
  • apple iphone_os16.6.1 or later
  • apple watchos9.6.2 or later

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
apple ipadosv < 16.6.116.6.1
apple iphone_osv < 16.6.116.6.1
apple watchosv < 9.6.29.6.2

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