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CVE-2008-3876

1.9 · LOW

Apple iPhone 2.0.2, in some configurations, allows physically proximate attackers to bypass intended access restrictions, and obtain sensitive information or make arbitrary use of the device, via a…

Published Sep 2, 2008appleCWE-264EPSS 0.46%

Overview

CVE-2008-3876 is a low-severity vulnerability affecting apple iphone. It was published on September 2, 2008 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.9 (LOW).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.9, rated LOW. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Apple iPhone 2.0.2, in some configurations, allows physically proximate attackers to bypass intended access restrictions, and obtain sensitive information or make arbitrary use of the device, via an Emergency Call tap and a Home double-tap, followed by a tap of any contact's blue arrow.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from apple. Update iphone to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-3876?

CVE-2008-3876 is a low-severity vulnerability affecting apple iphone. It was published on September 2, 2008 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.9 (LOW).

How severe is CVE-2008-3876?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.9, rated LOW. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2008-3876?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from apple. Update iphone to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2008-3876?

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