CVE-2017-7118: Input Validation
Messages. A denial of service issue was addressed through improved validation.
Other sources
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 11 is affected. The issue involves the "Messages" component. It allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted image.
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Affected Software
Event History
Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
- CVE-2017-13832
- CVE-2017-13863
- CVE-2017-7131
- CVE-2017-13829
- CVE-2017-13833
- CVE-2017-7083
- CVE-2017-13821
- CVE-2017-0381
- CVE-2017-13825
- CVE-2017-7088
- CVE-2017-13815
- CVE-2017-13828
- CVE-2017-11103
- CVE-2017-13830
- CVE-2017-7072
- CVE-2017-13814
- CVE-2017-13831
- CVE-2017-7114
- CVE-2017-13817
- CVE-2017-13818
- CVE-2017-13836
- CVE-2017-13841
- CVE-2017-13840
- CVE-2017-13842
- CVE-2017-13843
- CVE-2017-13854
- CVE-2017-13834
- CVE-2017-13873
- CVE-2017-7140
- CVE-2017-13813
- CVE-2017-13816
- CVE-2017-13812
- CVE-2017-7086
- CVE-2017-1000373
- CVE-2016-9063
- CVE-2017-9233
- CVE-2017-7376
- CVE-2017-5130
- CVE-2017-9050
- CVE-2017-9049
- CVE-2018-4302
- CVE-2017-7148
- CVE-2017-7078
- CVE-2017-7097
- CVE-2017-7118
- CVE-2017-7133
- CVE-2017-7075
- CVE-2017-7139
- CVE-2017-13806
- CVE-2017-13822
- CVE-2017-7132
- CVE-2017-7085
- CVE-2017-13877
- CVE-2017-7080
- CVE-2017-7146
- CVE-2017-10989
- CVE-2017-7128
- CVE-2017-7129
- CVE-2017-7130
- CVE-2017-7127
- CVE-2017-6211
- CVE-2017-7145
- CVE-2017-7081
- CVE-2017-7087
- CVE-2017-7091
- CVE-2017-7092
- CVE-2017-7093
- CVE-2017-7094
- CVE-2017-7095
- CVE-2017-7096
- CVE-2017-7098
- CVE-2017-7099
- CVE-2017-7100
- CVE-2017-7102
- CVE-2017-7104
- CVE-2017-7107
- CVE-2017-7111
- CVE-2017-7117
- CVE-2017-7120
- CVE-2017-7089
- CVE-2017-7090
- CVE-2017-7106
- CVE-2017-7109
- CVE-2017-7144
- CVE-2017-7142
- CVE-2017-11120
- CVE-2017-11121
- CVE-2017-7103
- CVE-2017-7105
- CVE-2017-7108
- CVE-2017-7110
- CVE-2017-7112
- CVE-2017-7115
- CVE-2017-7116
- CVE-2017-11122
- CVE-2016-9840
- CVE-2016-9841
- CVE-2016-9842
- CVE-2016-9843
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-7118?
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.
How severe is CVE-2017-7118?
CVE-2017-7118 has a severity rating of medium, with a score of 5.5.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2017-7118?
CVE-2017-7118 affects iOS versions before 11, including specific versions of Apple iPhone OS.
How can I fix CVE-2017-7118?
To fix CVE-2017-7118, update your Apple device's iOS to version 11 or higher.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-7118?
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)