CVE-2012-0614: Buffer Overflow

Published Mar 8, 2012
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Updated

WebKit, as used in Apple iOS before 5.1 and iTunes before 10.6, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via a crafted web site, a different vulnerability than other WebKit CVEs listed in APPLE-SA-2012-03-07-1 and APPLE-SA-2012-03-07-2.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Apple iPhone OS<5.1
Apple iTunes<10.6

Event History

Mar 8, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2012-0614?

CVE-2012-0614 has a high severity due to its ability to allow remote code execution and denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2012-0614?

To fix CVE-2012-0614, update Apple iOS to version 5.1 or later and Apple iTunes to version 10.6 or later.

3

What types of devices are affected by CVE-2012-0614?

CVE-2012-0614 affects Apple iPhone OS versions prior to 5.1 and Apple iTunes versions prior to 10.6.

4

What kind of attacks can be executed using CVE-2012-0614?

CVE-2012-0614 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or trigger memory corruption leading to application crashes.

5

Is CVE-2012-0614 specific to certain web browsers?

CVE-2012-0614 is specifically related to vulnerabilities in the WebKit engine used in Apple's web browsers.

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