What is the severity of CVE-2017-7045?

CVE-2017-7045 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow attackers to bypass memory-read restrictions.

How do I fix CVE-2017-7045?

To fix CVE-2017-7045, update your macOS to version 10.12.6 or later.

Which Apple products are affected by CVE-2017-7045?

CVE-2017-7045 affects certain macOS versions prior to 10.12.6.

What component is involved in CVE-2017-7045?

CVE-2017-7045 involves the Intel Graphics Driver component.

Can CVE-2017-7045 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2017-7045 requires local exploitation through a crafted application, meaning it cannot be remotely exploited.

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CVE-2017-7045

medium

5.5

CWE

20/7/2017

24/7/2017

CVE-2017-7045: Input Validation

First published: Thu Jul 20 2017(Updated: )

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.12.6 is affected. The issue involves the "Intel Graphics Driver" 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
Apple iOS and macOS	<=10.12.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-7045?
CVE-2017-7045 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow attackers to bypass memory-read restrictions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7045?
To fix CVE-2017-7045, update your macOS to version 10.12.6 or later.
Which Apple products are affected by CVE-2017-7045?
CVE-2017-7045 affects certain macOS versions prior to 10.12.6.
What component is involved in CVE-2017-7045?
CVE-2017-7045 involves the Intel Graphics Driver component.
Can CVE-2017-7045 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2017-7045 requires local exploitation through a crafted application, meaning it cannot be remotely exploited.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-7045?
CVE-2017-7045 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow attackers to bypass memory-read restrictions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7045?
To fix CVE-2017-7045, update your macOS to version 10.12.6 or later.
Which Apple products are affected by CVE-2017-7045?
CVE-2017-7045 affects certain macOS versions prior to 10.12.6.
What component is involved in CVE-2017-7045?
CVE-2017-7045 involves the Intel Graphics Driver component.
Can CVE-2017-7045 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2017-7045 requires local exploitation through a crafted application, meaning it cannot be remotely exploited.