CVE-2017-2362: Buffer Overflow

Published Jan 23, 2017
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Updated

WebKit. Multiple memory corruption issues were addressed through improved memory handling.

Other sources

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.2.1 is affected. Safari before 10.0.3 is affected. tvOS before 10.1.1 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

Neymar(Tencent), Ivan Fratric(Google Project Zero)

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
Apple iOS and iPadOS<10.2.1
10.2.1
iPhone OS<=10.2.0
Safari<=10.0.2
Apple TV=10.1.0

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Apple iOS and iPadOS to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.2.1

Event History

Feb 20, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:35 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:35 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:59 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-2362?

CVE-2017-2362 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-2362?

To fix CVE-2017-2362, update your iOS, Safari, or tvOS to the latest available version, which addresses the memory corruption issues.

3

Which Apple products are affected by CVE-2017-2362?

CVE-2017-2362 affects iOS prior to version 10.2.1, Safari prior to version 10.0.3, and tvOS prior to version 10.1.1.

4

What specific components does CVE-2017-2362 relate to?

CVE-2017-2362 is related to vulnerabilities in the WebKit component.

5

Can CVE-2017-2362 lead to data breaches?

Yes, CVE-2017-2362 can potentially lead to data breaches as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

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