CVE-2009-1683: High severity iphone os vulnerability
The Telephony component in Apple iPhone OS 1.0 through 2.2.1 and iPhone OS for iPod touch 1.1 through 2.2.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device reset) via a crafted ICMP echo request, which triggers an assertion error related to a "logic issue."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-1683?
CVE-2009-1683 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability that affects multiple versions of Apple iPhone OS and can lead to a device reset.
How do I fix CVE-2009-1683?
To mitigate CVE-2009-1683, upgrade your Apple iPhone OS or iPod touch to the latest version available that does not have this vulnerability.
What components are affected by CVE-2009-1683?
CVE-2009-1683 impacts the Telephony component in Apple iPhone OS versions from 1.0 through 2.2.1.
Can CVE-2009-1683 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2009-1683 can be exploited remotely through crafted ICMP echo requests.
What devices are vulnerable to CVE-2009-1683?
Devices running iPhone OS versions 1.0 to 2.2.1 and iPod touch versions 1.1 to 2.2.1 are vulnerable to CVE-2009-1683.