CVE-2012-3611

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
89.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty website could let attackers execute arbitrary code on vulnerable Safari versions! This flaw lurks in WebKit before version 6.0. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant that allows anyone to submit a recipe without checks. If the chef isn’t careful, they might serve a dish that contains harmful ingredients, leading to a disastrous dining experience! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute malicious code, potentially taking complete control or causing a crash in Safari — yikes! This could disrupt users' browsing experience and expose sensitive data. It's crucial to prevent such chaos from happening!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that allows anyone to submit a recipe without checks. If the chef isn’t careful, they might serve a dish that contains harmful ingredients, leading to a disastrous dining experience! This flaw in WebKit allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code through a crafted web page, leading to memory corruption and application crashes. It's a unique vulnerability different from others reported in Apple’s previous updates.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute malicious code, potentially taking complete control or causing a crash in Safari — yikes! This could disrupt users' browsing experience and expose sensitive data. It's crucial to prevent such chaos from happening! To protect yourself, update Safari to version 6.0 or later as soon as possible. If you're managing systems, ensure all users are on the latest version to mitigate risks. Don't forget to monitor for any unusual activity as a precaution! You've got this! Just follow these steps and you'll strengthen your defenses in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03779 · 89.8th 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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