CVE-2017-2493: Infoleak

Published Mar 27, 2017
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Updated

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

Other sources

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.3 is affected. Safari before 10.1 is affected. iCloud before 6.2 on Windows is affected. tvOS before 10.2 is affected. The issue involves the "WebKit" component. It allows remote attackers to bypass the Same Origin Policy and obtain sensitive information via a crafted elements on a web site.

Credit

lokihardt(Google Project Zero)

Affected Software

6 affected componentsFixes available
Apple iOS and iPadOS<10.3
10.3
Safari<10.1
iPhone OS<10.3
tvOS<10.2
Apple iCloud<6.2
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Apr 3, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 AM
Description

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-2493?

CVE-2017-2493 has a medium severity rating as it can lead to unexpected application behavior due to improper validation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-2493?

To fix CVE-2017-2493, users should update their affected Apple products to the latest versions: iOS 10.3, Safari 10.1, tvOS 10.2, or iCloud 6.2.

3

What products are affected by CVE-2017-2493?

CVE-2017-2493 affects iOS versions prior to 10.3, Safari versions before 10.1, iCloud on Windows before 6.2, and tvOS versions before 10.2.

4

Is CVE-2017-2493 exploitable remotely?

CVE-2017-2493 can potentially be exploited remotely, making it critical for users to apply updates.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-2493?

CVE-2017-2493 is a validation issue that arises in element handling within WebKit.

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