Advisory Published
CVE Published
Updated

CVE-2017-6976

First published: Mon Mar 27 2017(Updated: )

Sandbox Profiles. An access issue was addressed through additional sandbox restrictions on third party applications.

Credit: George Dan @theninjaprawn product-security@apple.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS<10.3
10.3
iStyle @cosme iPhone OS<10.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-6976?

    CVE-2017-6976 has a high severity rating due to the potential for unauthorized access through sandbox profile bypass.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-6976?

    To fix CVE-2017-6976, update your affected Apple devices to iOS version 10.3 or later.

  • What products are affected by CVE-2017-6976?

    CVE-2017-6976 affects iOS devices running versions prior to 10.3.

  • What component does CVE-2017-6976 involve?

    CVE-2017-6976 involves the "Sandbox Profiles" component, which manages application access permissions.

  • Can CVE-2017-6976 be exploited by remote attackers?

    Yes, CVE-2017-6976 can potentially be exploited by remote attackers to bypass sandbox restrictions.

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