CVE-2017-2414: Input Validation

Published Mar 27, 2017
·
Updated

DataAccess. An input validation issue existed in the handling of Exchange email addresses. This issue was addressed through improved input validation.

Other sources

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.3 is affected. The issue involves the "DataAccess" component. It allows remote attackers to access Exchange traffic in opportunistic circumstances by leveraging a mistake in typing an e-mail address.

Credit

Ilya Nesterov, Maxim Goncharov

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
Apple iOS and iPadOS<10.3
10.3
iPhone OS<=10.2.1

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-2017-2414?

CVE-2017-2414 has been classified as a moderately severe vulnerability that could allow remote attackers to access sensitive data.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-2414?

To fix CVE-2017-2414, users must upgrade their iOS devices to version 10.3 or later.

3

Which devices are affected by CVE-2017-2414?

CVE-2017-2414 affects Apple devices running iOS versions prior to 10.3.

4

What component is involved in CVE-2017-2414?

CVE-2017-2414 involves the DataAccess component related to input validation for Exchange email addresses.

5

What issue does CVE-2017-2414 address?

CVE-2017-2414 addresses an input validation issue that could be exploited via specially crafted Exchange email addresses.

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