CVE-2012-3600

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
89.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafted website can unleash chaos in Safari before version 6.0, leading to application crashes or remote code execution! Think of this vulnerability like a restaurant where an unverified delivery person brings in a mysterious dish — if the kitchen accepts it without question, it could spoil the whole meal! An attacker could exploit this flaw to run arbitrary code, potentially taking full control of your system or causing it to crash unexpectedly. This could lead to data loss, privacy breaches, and a frustrating experience for users. Yikes!

Put simply

Think of this vulnerability like a restaurant where an unverified delivery person brings in a mysterious dish — if the kitchen accepts it without question, it could spoil the whole meal! This vulnerability in WebKit allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service through crafted web content, leading to memory corruption and application crashes.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this flaw to run arbitrary code, potentially taking full control of your system or causing it to crash unexpectedly. This could lead to data loss, privacy breaches, and a frustrating experience for users. Yikes! To stay safe, update Safari to version 6.0 or later as soon as possible. It's also wise to educate users about avoiding suspicious websites to mitigate any risks. Don't let unverified content in! You’ve got the power to keep your system secure! Update today and surf the web confidently! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03697 · 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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