CVE-2012-3653

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
89.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Just when you thought Safari was safe, this sneaky WebKit flaw lets attackers execute code through a crafted website! 🔥 Think of WebKit like a restaurant kitchen where an unverified delivery could contain harmful ingredients. If the chef cooks without checking what's in the box, the entire meal can become toxic! An attacker could craft a malicious website that leads to memory corruption, causing Safari to crash or even execute arbitrary code. Imagine your browsing experience turning from relaxing to a complete disaster in seconds!

Put simply

Think of WebKit like a restaurant kitchen where an unverified delivery could contain harmful ingredients. If the chef cooks without checking what's in the box, the entire meal can become toxic! This vulnerability in WebKit, present in versions of Safari before 6.0, allows remote code execution or denial of service due to memory corruption triggered by specially crafted web content.

What to do

An attacker could craft a malicious website that leads to memory corruption, causing Safari to crash or even execute arbitrary code. Imagine your browsing experience turning from relaxing to a complete disaster in seconds! To protect yourself, update Safari to version 6.0 or later as soon as possible. Regularly check for updates to ensure you have the latest security patches. Don’t forget to educate users about the risks of unknown websites! You've got this! Stay updated, and enjoy a secure browsing experience! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03697 · 89.6th 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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