Vulnerability Description
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 11.2 is affected. macOS before 10.13.2 is affected. tvOS before 11.2 is affected. watchOS before 4.2 is affected. The issue involves the "CoreAnimation" 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 | < 11.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | < 10.13.2 |
| Apple | Tvos | < 11.2 |
| Apple | Watchos | < 4.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://support.apple.com/HT208325Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT208327Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT208331Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT208334Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT208325Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT208327Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT208331Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT208334Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-7171?
CVE-2017-7171 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 11.2 is affected. macOS before 10.13.2 is affected. tvOS before 11.2 is affected. watchOS before 4.2 is affected. The issue involves the "...
How severe is CVE-2017-7171?
CVE-2017-7171 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-2017-7171?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Iphone Os, Apple Mac Os X, Apple Tvos, Apple Watchos.