Discover the impact of CVE-2017-2399 affecting Apple devices with iOS versions prior to 10.3. Learn about the vulnerability allowing attackers to access pasteboard data via hardware UID.
A problem has been found in specific Apple devices where iOS versions prior to 10.3 are impacted by a vulnerability related to the "Pasteboard" module. Attackers in close proximity to the device can access and read information stored in the pasteboard by exploiting an encryption key derived solely from the hardware UID.
Understanding CVE-2017-2399
This CVE entry highlights a security issue in Apple devices that could potentially compromise user data stored in the pasteboard.
What is CVE-2017-2399?
The vulnerability allows attackers near the device to read pasteboard information by exploiting an encryption key derived only from the hardware UID.
The Impact of CVE-2017-2399
Technical Details of CVE-2017-2399
This section delves into the technical aspects of the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The issue lies in the "Pasteboard" component, enabling attackers in close proximity to read pasteboard data using an encryption key derived solely from the hardware UID.
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers exploit the encryption key derived solely from the hardware UID to access and read pasteboard information.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting against CVE-2017-2399 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates