CVE-2017-13855
UnknownEPSS 4.78%
Last modified
CVE-2017-13855 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 11.2 is affected. EPSS estimates a 4.78% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
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 "Kernel" component. It allows attackers to bypass intended memory-read restrictions via a crafted app that triggers type confusion.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 11.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | < 10.13.2 |
| Apple | Tvos | < 11.2 |
| Apple | Watchos | < 4.2 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102100Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039952Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039953Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039966Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- 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://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/43318/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102100Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039952Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039953Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039966Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- 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://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/43318/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-13855?
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 "Kernel" component. It allows attackers to bypass intended memory-read restrictions via a crafted app that triggers type confusion.
How severe is CVE-2017-13855?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-13855 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.78% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-13855?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2017-13855?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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