CVE-2017-2461: Input Validation
First published: Mon Mar 27 2017(Updated: )
CoreText. A resource exhaustion issue was addressed through improved input validation.
Credit: Isaac Archambault IDAoADIan anonymous researcher product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS | <10.3 | 10.3 |
| iOS | <=10.2.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | <=10.12.3 | |
| tvOS | <=10.1.1 | |
| Apple iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS | <=3.1.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-2461?
CVE-2017-2461 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2017-2461?
To mitigate CVE-2017-2461, update your affected Apple devices to their latest versions: iOS 10.3, macOS 10.12.4, tvOS 10.2, or watchOS 3.2.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2017-2461?
CVE-2017-2461 affects devices running iOS before 10.3, macOS before 10.12.4, tvOS before 10.2, and watchOS before 3.2.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-2461?
CVE-2017-2461 is a resource exhaustion issue related to input validation in CoreText.
Can CVE-2017-2461 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-2461 can potentially be exploited remotely, leading to resource exhaustion on the affected devices.
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