CVE-2017-2471: Use After Free

Published Mar 27, 2017
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Updated

WebKit. A use after free issue was addressed through improved memory management.

Other sources

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.3 is affected. Safari before 10.1 is affected. watchOS before 3.2 is affected. The issue involves the "WebKit" component. A use-after-free vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted web site.

Credit

Ivan Fratric(Google Project Zero)

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
Apple iOS<10.3
10.3
Apple Safari=10.0.3
Apple iPhone OS=10.2.1
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.

Peer vulnerabilities

Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-2471?

CVE-2017-2471 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-2471?

To fix CVE-2017-2471, update affected Apple products to iOS 10.3, Safari 10.1, or watchOS 3.2 or later.

3

Which Apple products are affected by CVE-2017-2471?

CVE-2017-2471 affects iOS versions before 10.3, Safari before 10.1, and watchOS versions before 3.2.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-2471?

CVE-2017-2471 is classified as a use-after-free vulnerability in the WebKit component.

5

Can exploitation of CVE-2017-2471 lead to system compromise?

Yes, exploitation of CVE-2017-2471 can lead to arbitrary code execution, potentially compromising the entire system.

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