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CRITICAL · 9.1

CVE-2017-5209

The base64decode function in base64.c in libimobiledevice libplist through 1.12 allows attackers to obtain sensitive information from process memory or cause a denial of service (buffer over-read) via...

Vulnerability Description

The base64decode function in base64.c in libimobiledevice libplist through 1.12 allows attackers to obtain sensitive information from process memory or cause a denial of service (buffer over-read) via split encoded Apple Property List data.

CVSS Score

9.1

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
NONE
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
LibimobiledeviceLibplist<= 1.12

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-125

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2017-5209?

CVE-2017-5209 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.1 (CRITICAL). The base64decode function in base64.c in libimobiledevice libplist through 1.12 allows attackers to obtain sensitive information from process memory or cause a denial of service (buffer over-read) via...

How severe is CVE-2017-5209?

CVE-2017-5209 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.1/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2017-5209?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Libimobiledevice Libplist.