Vulnerability Description
Safari in Apple iOS before 6 does not properly restrict use of an unspecified Unicode character that looks similar to the https lock indicator, which allows remote attackers to spoof https connections by placing this character in the TITLE element of a web page.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | <= 5.1.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Sep/msg00003.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://osvdb.org/85632
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5503Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/78708
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Sep/msg00003.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://osvdb.org/85632
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5503Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/78708
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-3742?
CVE-2012-3742 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Safari in Apple iOS before 6 does not properly restrict use of an unspecified Unicode character that looks similar to the https lock indicator, which allows remote attackers to spoof https connections...
How severe is CVE-2012-3742?
CVE-2012-3742 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-3742?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Iphone Os.