CVE-2011-2868

WebKit, as used in Apple iOS before 5.1 and iTunes before 10.6, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory…

published March 8, 2012

CVSS
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EPSS
4%
Percentile
90.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty crafted website could totally crash your device or even let attackers run wild! This vulnerability sneaks into WebKit on older iOS versions and iTunes. 🔥 Think of this like a restaurant that lets a chef into the kitchen with no questions asked. If that chef has a hidden agenda, they could ruin the entire meal (or crash your device) before anyone notices! If exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary code on your device, potentially leading to total chaos like crashes or unwanted actions that could compromise your data. It’s like letting someone cook a meal for you but they decide to serve up a disaster instead!

Put simply

Think of this like a restaurant that lets a chef into the kitchen with no questions asked. If that chef has a hidden agenda, they could ruin the entire meal (or crash your device) before anyone notices! This vulnerability in WebKit allows remote attackers to manipulate the processing of web content, leading to memory corruption or application crashes. It's a unique twist on WebKit issues that can cause big problems if you land on a malicious site.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary code on your device, potentially leading to total chaos like crashes or unwanted actions that could compromise your data. It’s like letting someone cook a meal for you but they decide to serve up a disaster instead! To defend yourself, update to the latest version of iOS and iTunes. Keeping your software up to date is a crucial line of defense against these sneaky vulnerabilities! You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep your systems updated to maintain your security hero status! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04136 · 90.7th percentile
Published
2012-03-08T22:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 08 MAR 22:00Z
    WebKit, as used in Apple iOS before 5.1 and iTunes before 10.6, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory…
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