This issue was addressed with improved handling of symlinks. This issue is fixed in iPadOS 17.7.4, iOS 18.3 and iPadOS 18.3. Restoring a maliciously crafted backup file may lead to modification of protected system files.
https://support.apple.com/en-us/122067
https://support.apple.com/en-us/122066
Source: Mitre, NVD
Published: 2025-01-27
Updated: 2025-01-30
Base Score: 4.9
Vector: CVSS2#AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:C/A:N
Severity: Medium
Base Score: 5.5
Vector: CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N