CVE-2012-3627

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 launch an attack! This WebKit vulnerability in Apple Safari before version 6.0 lets remote attackers execute arbitrary code or crash your application. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant serving a mystery dish that looks delicious but is secretly filled with allergens. You take a bite, and suddenly your meal turns into a misadventure, causing chaos in the dining experience. An attacker could use this vulnerability to unleash havoc on your device, executing unwanted code or crashing the application altogether. This could lead to loss of important data or even a full system denial of service, making it a frustrating experience for users.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant serving a mystery dish that looks delicious but is secretly filled with allergens. You take a bite, and suddenly your meal turns into a misadventure, causing chaos in the dining experience. This vulnerability allows attackers to exploit memory corruption within WebKit, enabling them to execute malicious code through specially crafted web pages, creating a pathway for potential system compromise.

What to do

An attacker could use this vulnerability to unleash havoc on your device, executing unwanted code or crashing the application altogether. This could lead to loss of important data or even a full system denial of service, making it a frustrating experience for users. Upgrade to Safari version 6.0 or later to protect against this vulnerability. It's also a good idea to stay up to date with other security patches and routinely check your browsers for updates. You've got this! Keep your browser updated and stay safe out there! 🛡️

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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