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CVE-2020-27935

First published: Thu Nov 05 2020(Updated: )

Multiple issues were addressed with improved logic. This issue is fixed in iOS 14.2 and iPadOS 14.2, macOS Big Sur 11.0.1, watchOS 7.1, tvOS 14.2. A sandboxed process may be able to circumvent sandbox restrictions.

Credit: Lior Halphon @LIJI32 product-security@apple.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple macOS<11.0.1
11.0.1
tvOS<14.2
14.2
Apple iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS<14.2
14.2
Apple iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS<14.2
14.2
Apple iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS<7.1
7.1
Apple iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS<14.2
iOS<14.2
Apple iOS and macOS<11.0.1
tvOS<14.2
Apple iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS<7.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2020-27935?

    CVE-2020-27935 is a vulnerability in XNU that has multiple issues addressed with improved logic.

  • Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-27935?

    CVE-2020-27935 affects multiple versions of Apple iOS, iPadOS, tvOS, macOS Big Sur, and watchOS.

  • How can I fix CVE-2020-27935?

    To fix CVE-2020-27935, update your Apple iOS, iPadOS, tvOS, macOS Big Sur, or watchOS to the recommended versions provided by Apple.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-27935?

    More information about CVE-2020-27935 can be found on Apple's support website using the provided references: [link_1](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211929), [link_2](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211930), [link_3](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211928).

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