CVE-2012-3592

WebKit, as used in Apple Safari before 6.0, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application…

published July 25, 2012

CVSS
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EPSS
4%
Percentile
89.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafted website can trigger chaos! WebKit in Apple Safari before version 6.0 is vulnerable to remote code execution, allowing attackers to wreak havoc on unsuspecting users. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant with a menu that has a secret recipe. If a chef accidentally reveals that recipe, anyone could whip up a dish that doesn't follow the restaurant's quality standards, leading to a major food poisoning incident. In this case, an attacker could execute arbitrary code on your system or cause the application to crash entirely, resulting in frustrating downtime and potentially exposing sensitive information. It's like the chef serving up a dish that leaves you with a headache and wondering what just happened!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant with a menu that has a secret recipe. If a chef accidentally reveals that recipe, anyone could whip up a dish that doesn't follow the restaurant's quality standards, leading to a major food poisoning incident. This vulnerability arises from memory corruption issues in WebKit, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code or crash the application via specially crafted web content.

What to do

In this case, an attacker could execute arbitrary code on your system or cause the application to crash entirely, resulting in frustrating downtime and potentially exposing sensitive information. It's like the chef serving up a dish that leaves you with a headache and wondering what just happened! To protect your systems, update Apple Safari to version 6.0 or later. Additionally, educate users to avoid suspicious sites until they’re using the patched browser to minimize risk. You've got this! Stay vigilant, follow the steps, and you'll be surfing the web safely in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03697 · 89.6th percentile
Published
2012-07-25T20:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 25 JUL 20:00Z
    WebKit, as used in Apple Safari before 6.0, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application…
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