Vulnerability Description
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.3 is affected. macOS before 10.12.4 is affected. The issue involves the "Security" component. It allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions by leveraging a successful result from a SecKeyRawVerify API call with an empty signature.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | <= 10.2.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.12.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97147Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038138
- https://support.apple.com/HT207615Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207617Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97147Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038138
- https://support.apple.com/HT207615Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207617Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-2423?
CVE-2017-2423 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.3 is affected. macOS before 10.12.4 is affected. The issue involves the "Security" component. It allows remote attackers to bypass inte...
How severe is CVE-2017-2423?
CVE-2017-2423 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-2423?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Iphone Os, Apple Mac Os X.