Vulnerability Description
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.3.2 is affected. tvOS before 10.2.1 is affected. watchOS before 3.2.2 is affected. The issue involves the "AVEVideoEncoder" component. It allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted app.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | <= 10.3.1 |
| Apple | Tvos | <= 10.2 |
| Apple | Watchos | <= 3.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98571Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://support.apple.com/HT207798Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207800Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207801Vendor Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42555/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98571Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://support.apple.com/HT207798Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207800Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207801Vendor Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42555/
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-6996?
CVE-2017-6996 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.3.2 is affected. tvOS before 10.2.1 is affected. watchOS before 3.2.2 is affected. The issue involves the "AVEVideoEncoder" component. ...
How severe is CVE-2017-6996?
CVE-2017-6996 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-6996?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Iphone Os, Apple Tvos, Apple Watchos.