CVE-2017-2542
UnknownEPSS 1.13%
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CVE-2017-2542 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.12.5 is affected. EPSS estimates a 1.13% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.12.5 is affected. The issue involves the "Multi-Touch" component. It allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted app.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.12.4 |
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- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-2542?
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.12.5 is affected. The issue involves the "Multi-Touch" component. It allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted app.
How severe is CVE-2017-2542?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-2542 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.13% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-2542?
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-2017-2542?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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