CWE
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Advisory Published
CVE Published
Updated

CVE-2017-2423

First published: Mon Mar 27 2017(Updated: )

Security. An validation issue existed with cryptographic API calls. This issue was addressed through improved parameter validation.

Credit: an anonymous researcher product-security@apple.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS<10.3
10.3
iStyle @cosme iPhone OS<=10.2.1
Apple iOS and macOS<=10.12.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-2423?

    CVE-2017-2423 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on cryptographic API calls.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-2423?

    To fix CVE-2017-2423, update your affected Apple iOS to version 10.3 or later and macOS to version 10.12.4 or later.

  • What products are affected by CVE-2017-2423?

    CVE-2017-2423 affects iOS versions prior to 10.3 and macOS versions prior to 10.12.4.

  • What type of issue is addressed in CVE-2017-2423?

    CVE-2017-2423 addresses a validation issue in the cryptographic API calls of certain Apple products.

  • Can CVE-2017-2423 be exploited remotely?

    CVE-2017-2423 may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected devices if successfully exploited.

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