CVE-2010-1179: Critical severity Safari vulnerability
Safari on Apple iPhone OS 3.1.3 for iPod touch allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a large integer in the numcolors attribute of a recolorinfo element in a VML file, possibly a related issue to CVE-2007-0024.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-1179?
CVE-2010-1179 has a moderate severity level, as it can lead to application crashes or arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2010-1179?
To mitigate CVE-2010-1179, users should update their Safari browser and the iOS to the latest version available.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2010-1179?
CVE-2010-1179 affects Safari on Apple devices running iPhone OS 3.1.3 and potentially other VML rendering scenarios.
Can CVE-2010-1179 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2010-1179 can be exploited remotely via specially crafted VML files.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2010-1179?
The consequences of CVE-2010-1179 include denial of service through application crashes and possible arbitrary code execution.