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2.1
CVE-2015-1108: iPhone OS before 8.3 allows unlimited passcode guesses
CVE-2015-1108 · published 11 years ago
Summary
The lock screen on iPhone OS versions earlier than 8.3 does not stop repeated wrong passcode entries. This lets someone nearby try many guesses and potentially unlock the device. Upgrade the device to iOS 8.3 or later to restore the proper limitation on attempts.
What to do
The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.
Affected software
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|
| apple | iphone_os |
<= 8.2 cpe:2.3:o:apple:iphone_os:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
Original advisory text
The Lock Screen component in Apple iOS before 8.3 does not properly enforce the limit on incorrect passcode-authentication attempts, which makes it easier for physically proximate attackers to obta...
The Lock Screen component in Apple iOS before 8.3 does not properly enforce the limit on incorrect passcode-authentication attempts, which makes it easier for physically proximate attackers to obtain access by making many passcode guesses.
Internet-facing
60 days
Internal
At next upgrade
- Not known to be exploited
- Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
- Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
2.1
Low
Type
CWE-200Information Exposure
Timeline
Published10 Apr 2015
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2015-1108 · NVD
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