CVE-2017-2498 Security feature bypass in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

Attackers can bypass intended access restrictions using untrusted certificates in the iOS Security component.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2017-2498?

CVE-2017-2498 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apple Iphone Os, published on 22 May 2017. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.3.2 is affected. The issue involves the "Security" component. It allows attackers to bypass intended access restrictions via an untrusted certificate.

Weakness: CWE-295

Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-2498?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Apple Iphone Os.

How do I fix CVE-2017-2498?

No fix has been published for CVE-2017-2498 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2017-2498 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-2498 in the wild and no public exploit code.

All Apple Iphone Os vulnerabilities

Sources

Also known as GHSA-5v4v-696p-48jf.

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