First published: Tue Sep 19 2017(Updated: )
Messages. A denial of service issue was addressed through improved validation.
Credit: Kiki Jiang Jason Tokoph product-security@apple.com
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
---|---|---|
Apple iPhone OS | <=10.3.3 | |
Apple iOS | <11 | 11 |
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(Found alongside the following vulnerabilities)
CVE-2017-7118 is a denial of service vulnerability in certain Apple products, specifically affecting iOS before version 11. It is related to the "Messages" component and allows remote attackers to crash the system by sending a crafted image.
CVE-2017-7118 has a severity rating of medium, with a score of 5.5.
CVE-2017-7118 affects iOS versions before 11, including specific versions of Apple iPhone OS.
To fix CVE-2017-7118, update your Apple device's iOS to version 11 or higher.
You can find more information about CVE-2017-7118 on the following references: [1](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100892), [2](http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039385), [3](https://support.apple.com/HT208112)