CVE-2021-1865

CVE-2021-1865 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Apple Ipados with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-312.

Key facts

Description

An issue obscuring passwords in screenshots was addressed with improved logic. This issue is fixed in iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5. A user's password may be visible on screen.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-1865?
An issue obscuring passwords in screenshots was addressed with improved logic. This issue is fixed in iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5. A user's password may be visible on screen.
How severe is CVE-2021-1865?
CVE-2021-1865 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.0, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2021-1865 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (39th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-1865?
CVE-2021-1865 primarily affects Apple Ipados. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-1865?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2021-1865 published?
CVE-2021-1865 was published on 2021-09-08 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (2)

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