Is CVE-2021-30860 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2021-30860 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2021-30860 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2021-30860 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2021-30860?

CVE-2021-30860 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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HIGHCISA KEVIN THE WILD

CVE-2021-30860

Published: November 3, 2021

EPSS:72.86%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:98.7th

Official Description

Apple iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS CoreGraphics contain an integer overflow vulnerability which may allow code execution when processing a maliciously crafted PDF. The vulnerability is also known under the moniker of FORCEDENTRY.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Apple Multiple Products Integer Overflow Vulnerability

Added to KEV: 2021-11-03Federal patch deadline: 2021-11-17

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Risk Analysis

Apple iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS CoreGraphics are affected by an integer overflow vulnerability that could lead to code execution when processing a maliciously crafted PDF. This vulnerability, also known as FORCEDENTRY, has an EPSS score of 0.72863 and is confirmed to be actively exploited by CISA (is_in_kev: true).

This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild, indicating a severe and immediate risk. Its inclusion in CISA's KEV confirms its active use by attackers.

Recommended Action

Users of Apple iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS should apply the latest security updates to patch the CoreGraphics component. Avoid opening suspicious PDF files from untrusted sources.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2021-30860 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-2021-30860 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.