CVE-2012-3680

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
89.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty crafted website can unleash a storm of chaos in Safari versions before 6.0! 🚨 Think of it like a restaurant kitchen where a chef unknowingly adds a bad ingredient into a dish — one small mistake can ruin the whole meal, causing an unexpected disaster for everyone at the table! If exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary code on your device or even crash the entire application, leading to frustrating downtime or data loss. Imagine your favorite app freezing right when you need it most — absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant kitchen where a chef unknowingly adds a bad ingredient into a dish — one small mistake can ruin the whole meal, causing an unexpected disaster for everyone at the table! This vulnerability in WebKit allows remote attackers to exploit memory corruption issues, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution or denial of service scenarios.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary code on your device or even crash the entire application, leading to frustrating downtime or data loss. Imagine your favorite app freezing right when you need it most — absolutely devastating! To protect yourself, upgrade to Safari 6.0 or later. Make sure to stay updated with the latest security patches, and always steer clear of suspicious websites. Your browsing habits matter! You've got this! Stay vigilant, and keep your browsing experience safe and smooth! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03811 · 89.9th 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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