CVE-2012-3595

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
—
EPSS
4%
Percentile
89.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A cleverly crafted website can bring Apple Safari crashing down! This WebKit vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary code—potentially leading to a total meltdown! Think of it like a mischievous chef who can sneak harmful ingredients into the recipe without anyone noticing, causing a disastrous meal! In this case, that dish is your web browsing experience, and the chef is a remote attacker. If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to memory corruption, causing Safari to crash unexpectedly, which might lock you out of important information or disrupt your workflow. While there are no known exploits yet, the potential for chaos is always lurking!

Put simply

Think of it like a mischievous chef who can sneak harmful ingredients into the recipe without anyone noticing, causing a disastrous meal! In this case, that dish is your web browsing experience, and the chef is a remote attacker. This vulnerability in WebKit affects versions of Apple Safari prior to 6.0, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or trigger a denial of service due to memory corruption.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to memory corruption, causing Safari to crash unexpectedly, which might lock you out of important information or disrupt your workflow. While there are no known exploits yet, the potential for chaos is always lurking! To protect yourself, update your Safari browser to the latest version right away! Keeping your software up to date is your best defense against these sneaky vulnerabilities. You've got this! Just follow the steps and you'll have your browsing safe and sound in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03729 · 89.7th 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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