CVE-2017-7079 Information disclosure in n/a

Medium 5.5 Published 23 Oct 2017 Updated 5 Aug 2024

Attackers can access iOS backups created by iTunes via a crafted application, exposing sensitive user data.

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-2017-7079?

CVE-2017-7079 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Apple Itunes, published on 23 Oct 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. iTunes before 12.7 is affected. The issue involves the "Data Sync" component. It allows attackers to access iOS backups (written by iTunes) via a crafted app.

Weakness: CWE-552

Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-7079?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Apple Itunes.

How do I fix CVE-2017-7079?

No fix has been published for CVE-2017-7079 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2017-7079 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-7079 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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Sources

Also known as GHSA-wg6f-8qgj-cpw7.