CVE-2009-1679
First published: Fri Jun 19 2009(Updated: )
The Profiles component in Apple iPhone OS 1.0 through 2.2.1 and iPhone OS for iPod touch 1.1 through 2.2.1, when installing a configuration profile, can replace the password policy from Exchange ActiveSync with a weaker password policy, which allows physically proximate attackers to bypass the intended policy.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone OS | =1.0.0 | |
| iPhone OS | =1.0.1 | |
| iPhone OS | =1.0.2 | |
| iPhone OS | =1.1.0 | |
| iPhone OS | =1.1.1 | |
| iPhone OS | =1.1.2 | |
| iPhone OS | =1.1.3 | |
| iPhone OS | =1.1.4 | |
| iPhone OS | =1.1.5 | |
| iPhone OS | =2.0 | |
| iPhone OS | =2.0.0 | |
| iPhone OS | =2.0.1 | |
| iPhone OS | =2.0.2 | |
| iPhone OS | =2.1 | |
| iPhone OS | =2.1.1 | |
| iPhone OS | =2.2 | |
| iPhone OS | =2.2.1 | |
| iPhone OS | ||
| Apple iPod touch |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/Jun/msg00005.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3639
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1621
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35436
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35414
- http://osvdb.org/55239
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/51212
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-1679?
CVE-2009-1679 has been assigned a medium severity rating due to the potential to weaken password policies on affected devices.
How do I fix CVE-2009-1679?
To mitigate CVE-2009-1679, ensure that your iPhone OS or iPod touch devices are updated to the latest firmware version available.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2009-1679?
CVE-2009-1679 affects Apple iPhone OS versions from 1.0 through 2.2.1 and Apple iPod touch versions from 1.1 through 2.2.1.
Who is impacted by CVE-2009-1679?
Users of Apple iPhone OS and iPod touch devices who install configuration profiles are potentially at risk from CVE-2009-1679.
What type of attacks can exploit CVE-2009-1679?
This vulnerability allows physically proximate attackers to bypass stronger password policies by exploiting the replacement of these policies during profile installation.
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