CVE-2017-7010: High severity Apple iCloud vulnerability

Published Jul 20, 2017
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Updated

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.3.3 is affected. macOS before 10.12.6 is affected. iCloud before 6.2.2 on Windows is affected. iTunes before 12.6.2 on Windows is affected. tvOS before 10.2.2 is affected. The issue involves the "libxml2" component. It allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information or cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and application crash) via a crafted XML file.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Apple iCloud<=6.2.1
Microsoft Windows
Apple iTunes<=12.6.1
Apple iPhone OS<=10.3.2
Apple iOS and macOS<=10.12.5
Apple tvOS<=10.2.1

Event History

Jul 20, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-7010?

CVE-2017-7010 has been assigned a medium severity level.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-7010?

To remediate CVE-2017-7010, update your affected Apple products to the latest versions as specified in Apple's security updates.

3

Which products are affected by CVE-2017-7010?

CVE-2017-7010 affects iOS versions before 10.3.3, macOS versions before 10.12.6, iCloud before 6.2.2 on Windows, and iTunes before 12.6.2 on Windows.

4

Is CVE-2017-7010 a vulnerability targeting Apple software?

Yes, CVE-2017-7010 specifically targets components in various Apple software products.

5

Can CVE-2017-7010 lead to remote code execution?

Yes, CVE-2017-7010 potentially allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on a vulnerable system.

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