What is the severity of CVE-2017-7053?

CVE-2017-7053 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability that allows arbitrary code execution in privileged contexts.

How do I fix CVE-2017-7053?

To fix CVE-2017-7053, update iTunes to version 12.6.2 or later on Windows.

Is my system affected by CVE-2017-7053?

If you are using iTunes version 12.6.1 or earlier on a Windows system, you are vulnerable to CVE-2017-7053.

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2017-7053?

CVE-2017-7053 can be exploited to execute arbitrary code, potentially allowing attackers to gain unauthorized control over the affected system.

What products are impacted by CVE-2017-7053?

CVE-2017-7053 impacts iTunes versions prior to 12.6.2 specifically on Windows operating systems.

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CVE-2017-7053

critical

9.3

20/7/2017

3/10/2019

CVE-2017-7053

First published: Thu Jul 20 2017(Updated: )

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iTunes before 12.6.2 on Windows is affected. The issue involves the "iTunes" component. It allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context via a crafted app.

Credit: product-security@apple.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Apple iTunes for Windows	<=12.6.1
Microsoft Windows

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-7053?
CVE-2017-7053 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability that allows arbitrary code execution in privileged contexts.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7053?
To fix CVE-2017-7053, update iTunes to version 12.6.2 or later on Windows.
Is my system affected by CVE-2017-7053?
If you are using iTunes version 12.6.1 or earlier on a Windows system, you are vulnerable to CVE-2017-7053.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2017-7053?
CVE-2017-7053 can be exploited to execute arbitrary code, potentially allowing attackers to gain unauthorized control over the affected system.
What products are impacted by CVE-2017-7053?
CVE-2017-7053 impacts iTunes versions prior to 12.6.2 specifically on Windows operating systems.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-7053?
CVE-2017-7053 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability that allows arbitrary code execution in privileged contexts.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7053?
To fix CVE-2017-7053, update iTunes to version 12.6.2 or later on Windows.
Is my system affected by CVE-2017-7053?
If you are using iTunes version 12.6.1 or earlier on a Windows system, you are vulnerable to CVE-2017-7053.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2017-7053?
CVE-2017-7053 can be exploited to execute arbitrary code, potentially allowing attackers to gain unauthorized control over the affected system.
What products are impacted by CVE-2017-7053?
CVE-2017-7053 impacts iTunes versions prior to 12.6.2 specifically on Windows operating systems.