What is the severity of CVE-2017-2425?

CVE-2017-2425 has a high severity due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2017-2425?

To fix CVE-2017-2425, update your macOS to version 10.12.4 or later.

What component is affected by CVE-2017-2425?

CVE-2017-2425 affects the SecurityFoundation component in macOS.

What products are impacted by CVE-2017-2425?

CVE-2017-2425 impacts macOS versions prior to 10.12.4.

Can CVE-2017-2425 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2017-2425 can be exploited remotely via a crafted certificate.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2017-2425

high

7.8

CWE

415

2/4/2017

5/8/2024

CVE-2017-2425: Double Free

First published: Sun Apr 02 2017(Updated: )

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.12.4 is affected. The issue involves the "SecurityFoundation" component. A double free vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted certificate.

Credit: product-security@apple.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
macOS Yosemite	<=10.12.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-2425?
CVE-2017-2425 has a high severity due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-2425?
To fix CVE-2017-2425, update your macOS to version 10.12.4 or later.
What component is affected by CVE-2017-2425?
CVE-2017-2425 affects the SecurityFoundation component in macOS.
What products are impacted by CVE-2017-2425?
CVE-2017-2425 impacts macOS versions prior to 10.12.4.
Can CVE-2017-2425 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-2425 can be exploited remotely via a crafted certificate.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-2425?
CVE-2017-2425 has a high severity due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-2425?
To fix CVE-2017-2425, update your macOS to version 10.12.4 or later.
What component is affected by CVE-2017-2425?
CVE-2017-2425 affects the SecurityFoundation component in macOS.
What products are impacted by CVE-2017-2425?
CVE-2017-2425 impacts macOS versions prior to 10.12.4.
Can CVE-2017-2425 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-2425 can be exploited remotely via a crafted certificate.