CWE
362
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2010-4012: Race Condition

First published: Wed Dec 08 2010(Updated: )

Race condition in Apple iOS 4.0 through 4.1 for iPhone 3G and later allows physically proximate attackers to bypass the passcode lock by making a call from the Emergency Call screen, then quickly pressing the Sleep/Wake button.

Credit: product-security@apple.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
iPhone OS=4.1
iPhone OS=4.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2010-4012?

    CVE-2010-4012 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to allow unauthorized access to a device.

  • How do I fix CVE-2010-4012?

    To fix CVE-2010-4012, update your iOS device to version 4.2 or later, which contains the necessary patch.

  • What devices are affected by CVE-2010-4012?

    CVE-2010-4012 affects iPhone 3G and later models running iOS versions 4.0 and 4.1.

  • Can CVE-2010-4012 be exploited remotely?

    No, CVE-2010-4012 requires physical access to the device to be exploited.

  • What does CVE-2010-4012 allow an attacker to do?

    CVE-2010-4012 allows an attacker to bypass the passcode lock on affected devices under specific conditions.

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