CVE-2017-7148 Information disclosure in n/a
Attackers can obtain sensitive location data via a crafted app due to improper handling in the iOS Location Framework.
- 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-2017-7148?
CVE-2017-7148 is a low-severity vulnerability in Apple Iphone Os, 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. iOS before 11 is affected. The issue involves the "Location Framework" component. It allows attackers to obtain sensitive location information via a crafted app that reads the location variable.
Weakness: CWE-200
Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-7148?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Apple Iphone Os.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7148?
No fix has been published for CVE-2017-7148 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2017-7148 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-7148 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Apple Iphone Os
Sources
Also known as GHSA-9p87-pv6m-h275.