What is the severity of CVE-2017-2355?

CVE-2017-2355 has a high severity rating due to its memory initialization issue that could potentially allow for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2017-2355?

To fix CVE-2017-2355, update to iOS 10.2.1, Safari 10.0.3, iCloud 6.1.1, iTunes 12.5.5, or tvOS 10.1.1 as appropriate.

Which systems are affected by CVE-2017-2355?

CVE-2017-2355 affects iOS versions prior to 10.2.1, Safari versions prior to 10.0.3, iCloud versions prior to 6.1.1, iTunes versions prior to 12.5.5, and tvOS versions prior to 10.1.1.

What products does CVE-2017-2355 impact?

CVE-2017-2355 impacts Apple products including iOS devices, Safari browser, iCloud for Windows, iTunes for Windows, and tvOS.

Is CVE-2017-2355 related to a specific software component?

Yes, CVE-2017-2355 is related to the WebKit component, specifically its memory handling capabilities.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2017-2355

high

8.8

CWE

119

23/1/2017

20/2/2017

5/8/2024

CVE-2017-2355: Buffer Overflow

First published: Mon Jan 23 2017(Updated: )

WebKit. A memory initialization issue was addressed through improved memory handling.

Credit: Team Pangu lokihardt at PwnFest 2016 product-security@apple.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Apple iOS	<10.2.1	10.2.1
Apple iPhone OS	<10.2.1
Apple Safari	<10.0.3
apple icloud windows	<6.1.1
apple itunes windows	<12.5.5
tvOS	<10.1.1
WebKitGTK+	<2.16.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-2355?
CVE-2017-2355 has a high severity rating due to its memory initialization issue that could potentially allow for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-2355?
To fix CVE-2017-2355, update to iOS 10.2.1, Safari 10.0.3, iCloud 6.1.1, iTunes 12.5.5, or tvOS 10.1.1 as appropriate.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2017-2355?
CVE-2017-2355 affects iOS versions prior to 10.2.1, Safari versions prior to 10.0.3, iCloud versions prior to 6.1.1, iTunes versions prior to 12.5.5, and tvOS versions prior to 10.1.1.
What products does CVE-2017-2355 impact?
CVE-2017-2355 impacts Apple products including iOS devices, Safari browser, iCloud for Windows, iTunes for Windows, and tvOS.
Is CVE-2017-2355 related to a specific software component?
Yes, CVE-2017-2355 is related to the WebKit component, specifically its memory handling capabilities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-2355?
CVE-2017-2355 has a high severity rating due to its memory initialization issue that could potentially allow for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-2355?
To fix CVE-2017-2355, update to iOS 10.2.1, Safari 10.0.3, iCloud 6.1.1, iTunes 12.5.5, or tvOS 10.1.1 as appropriate.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2017-2355?
CVE-2017-2355 affects iOS versions prior to 10.2.1, Safari versions prior to 10.0.3, iCloud versions prior to 6.1.1, iTunes versions prior to 12.5.5, and tvOS versions prior to 10.1.1.
What products does CVE-2017-2355 impact?
CVE-2017-2355 impacts Apple products including iOS devices, Safari browser, iCloud for Windows, iTunes for Windows, and tvOS.
Is CVE-2017-2355 related to a specific software component?
Yes, CVE-2017-2355 is related to the WebKit component, specifically its memory handling capabilities.