CVE-2017-13796: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Nov 13 2017(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 11.1 is affected. Safari before 11.0.1 is affected. iCloud before 7.1 on Windows is affected. iTunes before 12.7.1 on Windows is affected. tvOS before 11.1 is affected. The issue involves the "WebKit" component. It allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via a crafted web site.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Safari | <11.0.1 | |
| Apple iPhone OS | <11.1 | |
| Apple tvOS | <11.1 | |
| Apple iCloud | <7.1 | |
| Apple iTunes | <12.7.1 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Apple Webkit |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?
The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2017-13796.
Which Apple products are affected by this vulnerability?
This vulnerability affects certain Apple products including iOS before 11.1, Safari before 11.0.1, iCloud before 7.1 on Windows, iTunes before 12.7.1 on Windows, and tvOS before 11.1.
What is the severity score of CVE-2017-13796?
The severity score of CVE-2017-13796 is 8.8, which is classified as high.
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for this vulnerability?
The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for this vulnerability is 119.
How can I fix this vulnerability?
To fix this vulnerability, it is recommended to update to the latest version of affected Apple products, such as iOS, Safari, iCloud, iTunes, and tvOS.
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