CVE-2023-42947: Apple iOS and iPadOS · An app may be able to break out of its sandbox
Affects Apple iOS and iPadOSSource CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 8.6 High · fixed in 12.7.2 : patch Apple iOS and iPadOS soon.
Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 06:26 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.2% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 16% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
- Patch
- Available – fixed in 12.7.2
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:HExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 28 Mar 2024
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponised: no evidence on record.
No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB
Exploited in the wildExploited: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by Mirage: no evidence on record.
No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors
A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 2026-10-26.
What to do
AI-suggested
European organizations should implement the following specific mitigations: 1) Immediately deploy the Apple OS updates that address this vulnerability (iOS 17.2, iPadOS 17.2, and corresponding macOS versions) across all managed devices to close the path handling flaw. 2) Enforce strict app installation policies using Mobile Device Management (MDM) solutions to restrict installations to trusted sources such as the Apple App Store and block sideloading or enterprise apps without proper vetting. 3) Educate users on the risks of installing untrusted apps and the importance of avoiding suspicious links or social engineering attempts that could lead to malicious app installation. 4) Monitor device behavior for anomalies indicative of sandbox escape attempts, such as unusual file system access or privilege escalations, using endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools tailored for Apple devices. 5) Implement network segmentation and zero trust principles to limit the impact of compromised devices within corporate networks. 6) Regularly audit and review device compliance with security policies and patch levels to ensure ongoing protection. 7) Coordinate with Apple support and security advisories to stay informed about any emerging exploit techniques or additional patches.
Description
A path handling issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.7.2, macOS Ventura 13.6.3, iOS 17.2 and iPadOS 17.2, tvOS 17.2, watchOS 10.2, macOS Sonoma 14.2. An app may be able to break out of its sandbox.
References
- support.apple.com/en-us/HT214035 (opens in a new tab)
- support.apple.com/en-us/HT214038 (opens in a new tab)
- support.apple.com/en-us/HT214040 (opens in a new tab)
- support.apple.com/en-us/HT214037 (opens in a new tab)
- support.apple.com/en-us/HT214036 (opens in a new tab)
- support.apple.com/en-us/HT214041 (opens in a new tab)
- support.apple.com/kb/HT214041 (opens in a new tab)
- support.apple.com/kb/HT214040 (opens in a new tab)
- support.apple.com/kb/HT214037 (opens in a new tab)
- support.apple.com/kb/HT214036 (opens in a new tab)