CVE-2017-6979
UnknownEPSS 3.64%
Last modified
CVE-2017-6979 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 3.64% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.3.2 is affected. macOS before 10.12.5 is affected. tvOS before 10.2.1 is affected. watchOS before 3.2.2 is affected. The issue involves the "IOSurface" component. A race condition allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context via a crafted app.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | <= 10.3.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.12.4 |
| Apple | Tvos | <= 10.2 |
| Apple | Watchos | <= 3.2 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98468Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://support.apple.com/HT207797Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207798Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207800Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207801Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98468Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://support.apple.com/HT207797Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207798Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207800Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207801Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-6979?
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.3.2 is affected. macOS before 10.12.5 is affected. tvOS before 10.2.1 is affected. watchOS before 3.2.2 is affected. The issue involves the "IOSurface" component. A race condition allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context via a crafted app.
How severe is CVE-2017-6979?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-6979 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.64% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6979?
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-2017-6979?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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