CVE-2017-2490: Buffer Overflow
Kernel. A memory corruption issue was addressed through improved memory handling.
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 "Kernel" component. It allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted app.
Credit
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Apple iOS and iPadOSto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 10.3
Event History
Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
- CVE-2017-2397
- CVE-2017-2430
- CVE-2017-2462
- CVE-2017-2379
- CVE-2017-2417
- CVE-2017-2444
- CVE-2017-2435
- CVE-2017-2450
- CVE-2017-2461
- CVE-2017-2414
- CVE-2017-2487
- CVE-2017-2406
- CVE-2017-2407
- CVE-2017-2439
- CVE-2017-2434
- CVE-2017-2428
- CVE-2017-2416
- CVE-2017-2432
- CVE-2017-2467
- CVE-2016-3619
- CVE-2017-2412
- CVE-2017-2491
- CVE-2017-2492
- CVE-2017-2398
- CVE-2017-2401
- CVE-2017-2440
- CVE-2017-2456
- CVE-2017-2472
- CVE-2017-2473
- CVE-2017-2474
- CVE-2017-2478
- CVE-2017-2482
- CVE-2017-2483
- CVE-2017-2490
- CVE-2017-2458
- CVE-2017-2448
- CVE-2017-2390
- CVE-2017-2441
- CVE-2017-5029
- CVE-2017-2399
- CVE-2017-2484
- CVE-2017-2380
- CVE-2017-2404
- CVE-2017-2376
- CVE-2017-2384
- CVE-2017-2389
- CVE-2017-2453
- CVE-2017-2393
- CVE-2017-2400
- CVE-2017-6976
- CVE-2017-2423
- CVE-2017-2451
- CVE-2017-2485
- CVE-2017-2452
- CVE-2017-2378
- CVE-2017-2486
- CVE-2017-2386
- CVE-2017-2394
- CVE-2017-2396
- CVE-2016-9642
- CVE-2017-2395
- CVE-2017-2454
- CVE-2017-2455
- CVE-2017-2457
- CVE-2017-2459
- CVE-2017-2460
- CVE-2017-2464
- CVE-2017-2465
- CVE-2017-2466
- CVE-2017-2468
- CVE-2017-2469
- CVE-2017-2470
- CVE-2017-2476
- CVE-2017-2481
- CVE-2017-2415
- CVE-2017-2419
- CVE-2016-9643
- CVE-2017-2424
- CVE-2017-2433
- CVE-2017-2364
- CVE-2017-2367
- CVE-2017-2445
- CVE-2017-2446
- CVE-2017-2447
- CVE-2017-2463
- CVE-2017-2471
- CVE-2017-2475
- CVE-2017-2479
- CVE-2017-2480
- CVE-2017-2493
- CVE-2017-2442
- CVE-2017-2377
- CVE-2017-2405
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-2490?
CVE-2017-2490 is considered a significant vulnerability due to its potential for memory corruption.
How do I fix CVE-2017-2490?
To fix CVE-2017-2490, update affected Apple products to the latest versions: iOS 10.3, macOS 10.12.4, tvOS 10.2, or watchOS 3.2.
Which Apple products are affected by CVE-2017-2490?
CVE-2017-2490 affects iOS versions prior to 10.3, macOS versions prior to 10.12.4, tvOS versions prior to 10.2, and watchOS versions prior to 3.2.
What types of issues does CVE-2017-2490 involve?
CVE-2017-2490 involves a memory corruption issue that can lead to instability and security vulnerabilities in affected systems.
What components are involved in the CVE-2017-2490 vulnerability?
The CVE-2017-2490 vulnerability specifically involves the Kernel component of the affected Apple operating systems.