CVE-2012-3605

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 crafty website could trigger memory corruption in Safari versions before 6.0! This lets attackers execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service. Yikes! Think of it like a restaurant where a diner can swap out menu items without the staff checking — a sneaky change that could lead to a disastrous meal experience for everyone. 📍 An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute malicious code remotely, causing your browser to crash or behave erratically. This could lead to sensitive information being exposed or a complete denial of service, leaving you stranded in the cyber world!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where a diner can swap out menu items without the staff checking — a sneaky change that could lead to a disastrous meal experience for everyone. 📍 This vulnerability in WebKit allows remote attackers to exploit memory corruption by using a crafted website, leading to the execution of arbitrary code or application crashes.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute malicious code remotely, causing your browser to crash or behave erratically. This could lead to sensitive information being exposed or a complete denial of service, leaving you stranded in the cyber world! Update Safari to version 6.0 or later immediately to patch this vulnerability. Regularly check for browser updates to maintain security. Don’t forget to educate users about the importance of avoiding suspicious websites! You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep your browsers up to date for smooth sailing online. 🛡️

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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