CVE-2017-2467: Input Validation

Published Mar 27, 2017
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Updated

ImageIO. A memory corruption issue was addressed through improved input validation.

Other sources

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.3 is affected. macOS before 10.12.4 is affected. tvOS before 10.2 is affected. watchOS before 3.2 is affected. The issue involves the "ImageIO" component. It allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via a crafted file.

Credit

CVE-2017-2467

Affected Software

5 affected componentsFixes available
Apple iOS<10.3
10.3
Apple iPhone OS<=10.2.1
Apple iOS and macOS<=10.12.3
Apple tvOS<=10.1.1
Apple WatchOS<=3.1.3

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-2017-2467?

CVE-2017-2467 has been classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for memory corruption.

2

Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-2467?

CVE-2017-2467 affects iOS versions prior to 10.3, macOS versions before 10.12.4, tvOS versions before 10.2, and watchOS versions before 3.2.

3

How do I fix CVE-2017-2467?

To fix CVE-2017-2467, upgrade to iOS 10.3 or later, macOS 10.12.4 or later, tvOS 10.2 or later, and watchOS 3.2 or later.

4

What component is involved in CVE-2017-2467?

CVE-2017-2467 involves the ImageIO component of affected Apple products.

5

Can CVE-2017-2467 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2017-2467 may allow an attacker to exploit the vulnerability to execute arbitrary code via maliciously crafted images.

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