CVE-2020-9907
Published: June 27, 2022
Official Description
Apple iOS, iPadOS, and tvOS contain a memory corruption vulnerability that could allow an application to execute code with kernel privileges.
CISA KEV Advisory
Apple Multiple Products Memory Corruption Vulnerability
Apple iOS, iPadOS, and tvOS contain a memory corruption vulnerability that could allow an application to execute code with kernel privileges.
Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Risk Analysis
This memory corruption vulnerability in Apple iOS, iPadOS, and tvOS could allow an application to execute code with kernel privileges. Its inclusion in CISA's KEV and active exploitation in the wild indicate a critical and urgent threat.
This vulnerability is actively being exploited in the wild, as confirmed by its presence in CISA's KEV. Exploitation likely involves a malicious application.
Apply the latest security updates for Apple iOS, iPadOS, and tvOS to address this memory corruption vulnerability. Ensure all applications are from trusted sources and kept up-to-date.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2020-9907 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CISA has added CVE-2020-9907 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
All References (1)
Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2020-9907 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1