CVE-2017-6987: Infoleak
First published: Mon May 22 2017(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.3.2 is affected. macOS before 10.12.5 is affected. tvOS before 10.2.1 is affected. watchOS before 3.2.2 is affected. The issue involves the "Kernel" component. It allows attackers to bypass intended memory-read restrictions via a crafted app.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| iStyle @cosme iPhone OS | <=10.3.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | <=10.12.4 | |
| tvOS | <=10.2 | |
| Apple iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS | <=3.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-6987?
CVE-2017-6987 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized access to sensitive memory regions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6987?
To fix CVE-2017-6987, users should update affected Apple devices to the latest versions of iOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS.
Which Apple products are affected by CVE-2017-6987?
CVE-2017-6987 affects iOS before 10.3.2, macOS before 10.12.5, tvOS before 10.2.1, and watchOS before 3.2.2.
What component is involved in CVE-2017-6987?
CVE-2017-6987 involves the Kernel component of the affected Apple products.
Can CVE-2017-6987 lead to data theft?
Yes, CVE-2017-6987 can potentially allow attackers to bypass memory-read restrictions, which could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data.
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