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CVE-2017-2480: Infoleak

First published: Mon Mar 27 2017(Updated: )

WebKit. A validation issue existed in element handling. This issue was addressed through improved validation.

Credit: product-security@apple.com lokihardt Google Project Zero

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple iOS and iPadOS<10.3
10.3
iCloud for Windows<=6.1.1
iTunes<=12.5.5.5
Safari<=10.0.3
iPhone OS<=10.2.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-2480?

    CVE-2017-2480 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability affecting various Apple products.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-2480?

    To fix CVE-2017-2480, update affected Apple products to their latest versions: iOS to 10.3, Safari to 10.1, iCloud to 6.2 or newer, and iTunes to 12.6 or later.

  • Which Apple products are affected by CVE-2017-2480?

    CVE-2017-2480 affects iOS versions before 10.3, Safari versions before 10.1, iCloud versions before 6.2 on Windows, and iTunes versions before 12.6 on Windows.

  • When was CVE-2017-2480 discovered?

    CVE-2017-2480 was reported as a vulnerability in 2017, impacting specific versions of Apple software.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-2480?

    CVE-2017-2480 is a validation issue that involves improper handling of elements in WebKit.

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