CVE-2017-2422: Buffer Overflow

Published Apr 2, 2017
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Updated

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.12.4 is affected. The issue involves the "Multi-Touch" component. It allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted app.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Apple iOS and macOS<=10.12.3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-2422?

CVE-2017-2422 is classified with high severity due to its potential for executing arbitrary code in a privileged context.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-2422?

To fix CVE-2017-2422, users should update to macOS version 10.12.4 or later.

3

What types of attacks does CVE-2017-2422 enable?

CVE-2017-2422 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service through memory corruption.

4

Which Apple products are affected by CVE-2017-2422?

CVE-2017-2422 affects certain Apple products running macOS before version 10.12.4.

5

What component is involved in CVE-2017-2422?

The vulnerability involves the 'Multi-Touch' component in affected versions of macOS.

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