CVE-2017-2447: Buffer Overflow

Published Mar 27, 2017
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Updated

WebKit. A memory corruption issue was addressed through improved memory handling.

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 obtain sensitive information or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web site.

Credit

natashenka(Google Project Zero)

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-2017-2447?

CVE-2017-2447 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution through memory corruption.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-2447?

To fix CVE-2017-2447, update your Apple devices to iOS 10.3, Safari 10.1, or tvOS 10.2 to mitigate the vulnerability.

3

Which products are affected by CVE-2017-2447?

CVE-2017-2447 affects Apple iOS versions earlier than 10.3, Safari versions earlier than 10.1, and tvOS versions earlier than 10.2.

4

What kind of attack does CVE-2017-2447 facilitate?

CVE-2017-2447 facilitates remote attacks that exploit memory corruption vulnerabilities in the WebKit component.

5

Can I check for CVE-2017-2447 on my device?

You can check for CVE-2017-2447 by verifying the version of iOS, Safari, or tvOS running on your Apple device and ensuring it is updated.

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