CVE-2017-1000122: Input Validation

Published Nov 1, 2017
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Updated

The UNIX IPC layer in WebKit, including WebKitGTK+ prior to 2.16.3, does not properly validate certain message metadata, allowing a compromised secondary process to cause a denial of service (release assertion) of the UI process. This vulnerability does not affect Apple products.

Affected Software

1 affected component
WebKitGTK Webkitgtk\+<2.16.3

Event History

Nov 1, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-1000122?

CVE-2017-1000122 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-1000122?

To fix CVE-2017-1000122, upgrade WebKitGTK+ to version 2.16.3 or later.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2017-1000122?

CVE-2017-1000122 affects WebKitGTK+ versions prior to 2.16.3.

4

Does CVE-2017-1000122 affect Apple products?

No, CVE-2017-1000122 does not affect Apple products.

5

What type of attack does CVE-2017-1000122 enable?

CVE-2017-1000122 may enable a denial of service attack against the UI process.

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