ID:1196 - Exploit for Heap-based buffer overflow in Apple iOS - CVE-2017-2524

 
Main Vulnerability Database Exploits ID:1196 - Exploit for Heap-based buffer overflow in Apple iOS - CVE-2017-2524

ID:1196 - Exploit for Heap-based buffer overflow in Apple iOS - CVE-2017-2524

Published: March 18, 2020


Vulnerability identifier: #VU6586
Vulnerability risk: High
CVE-ID: CVE-2017-2524
CWE-ID: CWE-122
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Vulnerable software:
Apple iOS

Link to public exploit:


Vulnerability description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to boundary error in the TextInput component when parsing malicious content. A remote attacker can create a specially crafted file, trick the victim into opening it, trigger memory corruption and execute arbitrary code with privileges of the current user.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may allow an attacker to gain complete control over affected system.


Remediation

Update to version 10.3.2.