CVE-2017-2396: Input Validation

Published Mar 27, 2017
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Updated

WebKit. Multiple memory corruption issues were addressed through improved input validation.

Other sources

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.3 is affected. Safari before 10.1 is affected. tvOS before 10.2 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

Apple, Gustavo Grieco

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
Apple iOS and iPadOS<10.3
10.3
Safari<=10.0.3
iPhone OS<=10.2.1
tvOS<=10.1.1

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 10.3

Event History

Apr 2, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:36 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:36 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:59 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-2017-2396?

CVE-2017-2396 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation via remote attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-2396?

To fix CVE-2017-2396, upgrade affected Apple products to the following versions or later: iOS to 10.3, Safari to 10.1, or tvOS to 10.2.

3

What types of devices are affected by CVE-2017-2396?

CVE-2017-2396 affects devices running iOS versions before 10.3, Safari versions before 10.1, and tvOS versions before 10.2.

4

What component does CVE-2017-2396 involve?

CVE-2017-2396 involves the WebKit component, which is a key part of Apple's web browsing technology.

5

Is user interaction required for exploiting CVE-2017-2396?

Exploitation of CVE-2017-2396 can occur without user interaction, allowing remote attackers to potentially execute arbitrary code.

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