CVE-2013-1000

WebKit, as used in Apple iTunes before 11.0.3, allows man-in-the-middle attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and…

published May 19, 2013

CVSS
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EPSS
3%
Percentile
86.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A mishap in WebKit could let a crafty attacker pull off a man-in-the-middle heist while you browse the iTunes Store! 🔥 Think of it as a sneaky window cleaner who, while washing your panes, slips you a forged invoice instead of a real one—you're none the wiser until it's too late! If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to arbitrary code execution or even a total application crash. An attacker could hijack your browsing session with potentially devastating consequences, leaving you with a corrupted app and a bad taste in your mouth!

Put simply

Think of it as a sneaky window cleaner who, while washing your panes, slips you a forged invoice instead of a real one—you're none the wiser until it's too late! This vulnerability in WebKit, found in Apple iTunes before version 11.0.3, allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause memory corruption during iTunes Store browsing. It's a unique flaw distinct from other WebKit vulnerabilities noted in security advisories.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to arbitrary code execution or even a total application crash. An attacker could hijack your browsing session with potentially devastating consequences, leaving you with a corrupted app and a bad taste in your mouth! To protect yourself, update iTunes to version 11.0.3 or later immediately. Always ensure you're running the latest security patches—your defenses depend on it! You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep your software up to date to maintain your security hero status! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02738 · 86.0th percentile
Published
2013-05-19T10:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 19 MAY 10:00Z
    WebKit, as used in Apple iTunes before 11.0.3, allows man-in-the-middle attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and…
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