CVE-2017-2499

Name: CVE-2017-2499
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-05-22T05:29:00.427+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.04%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-2499 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.3.2 is affected. EPSS estimates a 1.04% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.3.2 is affected. Safari before 10.1.1 is affected. tvOS before 10.2.1 is affected. The issue involves the "WebKit Web Inspector" component. It allows attackers to execute arbitrary unsigned code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted app.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.04%

59.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Safari	< 10.1.1
Apple	Iphone Os	< 10.3.2
Apple	Tvos	< 10.2.1

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98473Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038487Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.apple.com/HT207798Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT207801Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT207804Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98473Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038487Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.apple.com/HT207798Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT207801Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT207804Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 22, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-2499?

How severe is CVE-2017-2499?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-2499 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.04% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-2499?

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-2017-2499?

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Source: NVD / NIST