Apple iMessage “ForcedEntry” Vulnerability

  • CERT Admin
  • Wed Dec 01 2021
  • Alerts

Overview

Using “ForcedEntry” vulnerability, an attacker could execute an arbitrary code on the device and gain access to the device.

Description

It was reported that attackers are exploiting a remote code execution vulnerability in Apple iMessage, that affects iOS, macOS and watchOS. This vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to a device without any user interaction. Apple is aware of this issue and has released an update to resolve this vulnerability

Impact

●  Execution of suspicious commands and applications

●  Malware infection

●  Disclosure of sensitive data

Solution/ Workarounds

Apply the latest security updates as detailed in the relevant security update from Apple

More: https://www.cert.govt.nz/it-specialists/advisories/apple-imessage-vulnerability-being-exploited/

Reference

●  https://www.cert.govt.nz/it-specialists/advisories/apple-imessage-vulnerability-being-exploited/

●  https://www.reuters.com/technology/cyber-arms-dealer-exploits-new-apple-iphone-software-vulnerability-affects-most-2021-09-13/

 Disclaimer

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Last updated: Wed Dec 01 2021