CVE-2012-3646

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

⚠️ This vulnerability in WebKit could let an attacker cause chaos on your Safari browser, leading to unexpected crashes or even remote code execution! 🌐 Think of it like a restaurant where a customer sneaks in a dangerously spicy ingredient that no one checks. Suddenly, the entire kitchen is in disarray, causing the staff to scramble and the food to go up in flames! If exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary code on your device or crash the application altogether, leaving you vulnerable and potentially losing unsaved work. This could lead to a frustrating experience while browsing and compromise your system's integrity.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where a customer sneaks in a dangerously spicy ingredient that no one checks. Suddenly, the entire kitchen is in disarray, causing the staff to scramble and the food to go up in flames! CVE-2012-3646 is a vulnerability in WebKit that allows remote attackers to leverage a crafted web page to corrupt memory, leading to application crashes or execution of arbitrary code.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary code on your device or crash the application altogether, leaving you vulnerable and potentially losing unsaved work. This could lead to a frustrating experience while browsing and compromise your system's integrity. To protect yourself, consider updating your Safari browser to the latest version available. Regularly check for updates and be cautious of suspicious websites that may exploit this vulnerability. 🛡️ You can tackle this! Keep your software updated, and you'll be well on your way to secure browsing! 🚀

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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