CVE-2021-30923: Race Condition
First published: Tue Aug 24 2021(Updated: )
A race condition was addressed with improved locking. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.0.1. A malicious application may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.
Credit: Pan ZhenPeng @Peterpan0927 Alibaba Security Pandora LabPan ZhenPeng @Peterpan0927 Alibaba Security cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS | <15.1 | 15.1 |
| Apple iPadOS | <15.1 | 15.1 |
| Apple macOS Monterey | <12.0.1 | 12.0.1 |
| Apple iPadOS | <15.1 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | <15.1 | |
| Apple macOS | <12.0.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2021-30923.
What is the title of the vulnerability?
The title of the vulnerability is File System. A race condition was addressed with improved locking.
What is the description of the vulnerability?
The vulnerability involves a race condition in the file system, which has been addressed with improved locking.
Which software products are affected by this vulnerability?
The vulnerability affects Apple iOS 15.1, Apple iPadOS 15.1, and Apple macOS Monterey 12.0.1.
Where can I find more information about this vulnerability?
You can find more information about this vulnerability on the following references: [link](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212867) and [link](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212869).
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID associated with this vulnerability?
The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID associated with this vulnerability is CWE-362.
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