CVE-2017-2440 Integer overflow in n/a
Attackers can execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service via integer overflow in the Apple OS kernel using a crafted app.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2017-2440?
CVE-2017-2440 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apple Iphone Os, published on 2 Apr 2017. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.3 is affected. macOS before 10.12.4 is affected. tvOS before 10.2 is affected. watchOS before 3.2 is affected. The issue involves the "Kernel" component. It allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context or cause a denial of service (integer overflow) via a crafted app.
Weakness: CWE-190
Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-2440?
It affects 4 products.
Products include Apple Iphone Os, Apple Mac Os X, Apple Tvos, Apple Watchos.
How do I fix CVE-2017-2440?
No fix has been published for CVE-2017-2440 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2017-2440 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-2440 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Apple Iphone Os
Sources
Also known as GHSA-f996-cpx6-pxmf.