CVE-2012-3746
UnknownEPSS 0.98%
Last modified
CVE-2012-3746 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. UIWebView in UIKit in Apple iOS before 6 does not properly use the Data Protection feature, which allows context-dependent attackers to obtain cleartext file content by leveraging direct access to a device's filesystem.. EPSS estimates a 0.98% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
UIWebView in UIKit in Apple iOS before 6 does not properly use the Data Protection feature, which allows context-dependent attackers to obtain cleartext file content by leveraging direct access to a device's filesystem.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | <= 5.1.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 1.0.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 1.0.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 1.0.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 1.1.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 1.1.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 1.1.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 1.1.3 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 1.1.4 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 1.1.5 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 2.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 2.0.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 2.0.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 2.0.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 2.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 2.1.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 2.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 2.2.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 3.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 3.0.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 3.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 3.1.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 3.1.3 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 3.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 3.2.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 3.2.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.0.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.0.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.2.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.2.5 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.2.8 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.3.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.3.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.3.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.3.3 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 4.3.5 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 5.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 5.0.1 |
References
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5503Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5503Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-3746?
UIWebView in UIKit in Apple iOS before 6 does not properly use the Data Protection feature, which allows context-dependent attackers to obtain cleartext file content by leveraging direct access to a device's filesystem.
How severe is CVE-2012-3746?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-3746 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-3746?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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