CWE
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Advisory Published
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CVE-2008-3612

First published: Wed Sep 10 2008(Updated: )

The Networking subsystem in Apple iPod touch 2.0 through 2.0.2, and iPhone 2.0 through 2.0.2, uses predictable TCP initial sequence numbers, which allows remote attackers to spoof or hijack a TCP connection.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple iPhone=2.0
Apple iPhone=2.0.1
Apple iPhone=2.0.2
Apple iPod touch=2.0
Apple iPod touch=2.0.1
Apple iPod touch=2.0.2
iPhone OS>=2.0.0<=2.0.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2008-3612?

    CVE-2008-3612 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers to spoof or hijack TCP connections.

  • How do I fix CVE-2008-3612?

    To fix CVE-2008-3612, update the affected Apple iPod touch or iPhone devices to the latest firmware version that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What versions are affected by CVE-2008-3612?

    CVE-2008-3612 affects Apple's iPhone and iPod touch running iPhone OS versions 2.0, 2.0.1, and 2.0.2.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2008-3612?

    CVE-2008-3612 is a network vulnerability that exploits predictable TCP initial sequence numbers.

  • Can CVE-2008-3612 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2008-3612 can be exploited remotely by attackers to hijack or spoof TCP connections.

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