CVE-2017-2475: XSS

Published Mar 27, 2017
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Updated

WebKit. A logic issue existed in frame handling. This issue was addressed through improved state management.

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 conduct Universal XSS (UXSS) attacks via crafted use of frames on a web site.

Credit

lokihardt(Google Project Zero)

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
Apple iOS and iPadOS<10.3
10.3
Safari<10.1
iPhone OS<10.3
tvOS<10.2

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-2017-2475?

CVE-2017-2475 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability affecting various Apple products due to a logic issue in frame handling.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-2475?

To mitigate CVE-2017-2475, users should update their devices to the latest available versions of iOS, Safari, or tvOS as indicated by Apple.

3

Which products are affected by CVE-2017-2475?

CVE-2017-2475 affects Apple iOS versions before 10.3, Safari versions before 10.1, and tvOS versions before 10.2.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-2475?

CVE-2017-2475 is a logic vulnerability related to frame handling within the WebKit component.

5

Are older versions of iOS vulnerable to CVE-2017-2475?

Yes, iOS versions prior to 10.3 are vulnerable to CVE-2017-2475 and should be updated immediately.

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