How severe is CVE-2023-42928?

CVE-2023-42928 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2023-42928 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (7th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-42928?

CVE-2023-42928 primarily affects Apple Ipad Os. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2023-42928?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

Does CVE-2023-42928 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2023-42928 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2023-47349.

When was CVE-2023-42928 published?

CVE-2023-42928 was published on 2024-02-21 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2023-42928

CVE-2023-42928 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apple Ipad Os with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. 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-276.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (7th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2023-47349
Weakness: CWE-276
Affected product: Apple Ipad Os
Published: 2024-02-21
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The issue was addressed with improved bounds checks. This issue is fixed in iOS 17.1 and iPadOS 17.1. An app may be able to gain elevated privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-42928?: The issue was addressed with improved bounds checks. This issue is fixed in iOS 17.1 and iPadOS 17.1. An app may be able to gain elevated privileges.
How severe is CVE-2023-42928?: CVE-2023-42928 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2023-42928 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (7th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-42928?: CVE-2023-42928 primarily affects Apple Ipad Os. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-42928?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2023-42928 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2023-42928 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2023-47349.
When was CVE-2023-42928 published?: CVE-2023-42928 was published on 2024-02-21 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (2)

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