CVE-2012-3731

CVE-2012-3731 is a low-severity vulnerability in Apple Iphone Os with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Mail in Apple iOS before 6 does not properly implement the Data Protection feature for e-mail attachments, which allows physically proximate attackers to bypass an intended passcode requirement via unspecified vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-3731?
Mail in Apple iOS before 6 does not properly implement the Data Protection feature for e-mail attachments, which allows physically proximate attackers to bypass an intended passcode requirement via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2012-3731?
CVE-2012-3731 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2012-3731 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (24th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-3731?
CVE-2012-3731 primarily affects Apple Iphone Os. In total, 40 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-3731?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2012-3731 published?
CVE-2012-3731 was published on 2012-09-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (40)

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