Vulnerability Description
WebKit, as used in Apple Safari before 6.0, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via a crafted web site, a different vulnerability than other WebKit CVEs listed in APPLE-SA-2012-07-25-1.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Safari | <= 5.1.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Jul/msg00000.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Sep/msg00001.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Sep/msg00003.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5400Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5485
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5503
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Jul/msg00000.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Sep/msg00001.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Sep/msg00003.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5400Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5485
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5503
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-3656?
CVE-2012-3656 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). WebKit, as used in Apple Safari before 6.0, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via a crafted web site, a different...
How severe is CVE-2012-3656?
CVE-2012-3656 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-3656?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Safari.