CVE-2017-6998
UnknownEPSS 4.22%
Last modified
CVE-2017-6998 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 4.22% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.3.2 is affected. tvOS before 10.2.1 is affected. watchOS before 3.2.2 is affected. The issue involves the "AVEVideoEncoder" component. It allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted app.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | <= 10.3.1 |
| Apple | Tvos | <= 10.2 |
| Apple | Watchos | <= 3.2 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98571Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://support.apple.com/HT207798Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207800Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207801Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98571Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- 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-2017-6998?
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.3.2 is affected. tvOS before 10.2.1 is affected. watchOS before 3.2.2 is affected. The issue involves the "AVEVideoEncoder" 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-2017-6998?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-6998 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.22% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6998?
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-2017-6998?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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