CVE-2020-3918 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2020-3918, a vulnerability in Apple products allowing local users to view sensitive information. Find out affected systems, impact, and mitigation steps.
An access issue was addressed with additional sandbox restrictions in Apple products.
Understanding CVE-2020-3918
What is CVE-2020-3918?
CVE-2020-3918 is a vulnerability in Apple products that could allow a local user to view sensitive user information.
The Impact of CVE-2020-3918
The vulnerability could potentially lead to unauthorized access to sensitive user data on affected devices.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-3918
Vulnerability Description
The issue is fixed in iOS 13.4 and iPadOS 13.4, macOS Catalina 10.15.4, tvOS 13.4, and watchOS 6.2. It involves additional sandbox restrictions to mitigate the access problem.
Affected Systems and Versions
- iOS: Less than iOS 13.4 and iPadOS 13.4
- macOS: Less than macOS Catalina 10.15.4
- tvOS: Less than tvOS 13.4
- watchOS: Less than watchOS 6.2
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability could be exploited by a local user to gain unauthorized access to sensitive user information.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update affected devices to iOS 13.4 and iPadOS 13.4, macOS Catalina 10.15.4, tvOS 13.4, or watchOS 6.2.
- Regularly monitor and restrict access to sensitive user data.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Implement strong user authentication mechanisms.
- Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
Patching and Updates
Apply security patches and updates provided by Apple to address the vulnerability.