CWE
416
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-30886: Use After Free

First published: Tue Aug 24 2021(Updated: )

A use after free issue was addressed with improved memory management. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.0.1, iOS 15.1 and iPadOS 15.1, watchOS 8.1, tvOS 15.1. An application may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.

Credit: @0xalsr @0xalsr @0xalsr @0xalsr cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple iPadOS<15.1
Apple iPhone OS<15.1
Apple macOS<12.0.1
Apple tvOS<15.1
Apple watchOS<8.1
Apple iOS<15.1
15.1
Apple iPadOS<15.1
15.1
Apple watchOS<8.1
8.1
Apple macOS Monterey<12.0.1
12.0.1
Apple tvOS<15.1
15.1

Never miss a vulnerability like this again

Sign up to SecAlerts for real-time vulnerability data matched to your software, aggregated from hundreds of sources.

Parent vulnerabilities

(Appears in the following advisories)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2021-30886?

    CVE-2021-30886 is a vulnerability in the Kernel that involves a use after free issue and has been addressed with improved memory management.

  • Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-30886?

    Apple macOS Monterey 12.0.1, Apple iOS up to version 15.1, Apple iPadOS up to version 15.1, Apple watchOS up to version 8.1, and Apple tvOS up to version 15.1 are affected by CVE-2021-30886.

  • How can I fix CVE-2021-30886?

    To fix CVE-2021-30886, ensure that you are using the following software versions or later: Apple macOS Monterey 12.0.1, Apple iOS 15.1, Apple iPadOS 15.1, Apple watchOS 8.1, and Apple tvOS 15.1.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-30886?

    The severity of CVE-2021-30886 is not mentioned.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-30886?

    More information about CVE-2021-30886 can be found on the Apple support page. Please refer to the following links: [link 1](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212867), [link 2](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212874), [link 3](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212876).

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2024 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203