CVE-2017-13856: Buffer Overflow
WebKit. Multiple memory corruption issues were addressed with improved memory handling.
Other sources
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 11.2 is affected. Safari before 11.0.2 is affected. iCloud before 7.2 on Windows is affected. iTunes before 12.7.2 on Windows is affected. tvOS before 11.2 is affected. The issue involves the "WebKit" component. It allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via a crafted web site.
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Affected Software
Event History
Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
- CVE-2017-7164
- CVE-2017-13905
- CVE-2017-7172
- CVE-2017-7171
- CVE-2017-7151
- CVE-2017-7162
- CVE-2017-13861
- CVE-2017-13904
- CVE-2017-5754
- CVE-2017-13862
- CVE-2017-13867
- CVE-2017-13876
- CVE-2017-7173
- CVE-2017-13855
- CVE-2017-13865
- CVE-2017-13868
- CVE-2017-13869
- CVE-2017-7154
- CVE-2017-13885
- CVE-2017-7165
- CVE-2017-13884
- CVE-2017-7153
- CVE-2017-7156
- CVE-2017-7157
- CVE-2017-13856
- CVE-2017-13870
- CVE-2017-7160
- CVE-2017-13866
- CVE-2017-13080
- CVE-2017-13864
- CVE-2017-15422
- CVE-2017-2411
- CVE-2017-13847
- CVE-2017-13879
- CVE-2017-13880
- CVE-2017-13874
- CVE-2017-13860
- CVE-2017-7152
- CVE-2017-13888
- CVE-2017-13891
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-13856?
CVE-2017-13856 is a vulnerability in WebKit that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.
Which Apple products are affected by CVE-2017-13856?
iOS before 11.2, Safari before 11.0.2, iCloud before 7.2 on Windows, iTunes before 12.7.2 on Windows, and tvOS before 11.2 are affected by CVE-2017-13856.
What is the severity of CVE-2017-13856?
CVE-2017-13856 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).
How can I fix CVE-2017-13856?
To fix CVE-2017-13856, update to the latest versions of the affected Apple products: iOS 11.2, Safari 11.0.2, iCloud 7.2 on Windows, iTunes 12.7.2 on Windows, and tvOS 11.2.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-13856?
You can find more information about CVE-2017-13856 on the following websites: [SecurityFocus](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102181) and [SecurityTracker](http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040012, http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040013).