CVE-2017-7038 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2017-7038 affecting certain Apple products with a DOMParser XSS vulnerability in iOS, Safari, and tvOS versions prior to specific releases. Find mitigation steps and updates.
Certain Apple products have been found to have a DOMParser XSS vulnerability affecting iOS, Safari, and tvOS versions prior to specific releases.
Understanding CVE-2017-7038
A vulnerability related to the "WebKit" component in certain Apple products.
What is CVE-2017-7038?
- DOMParser XSS vulnerability affecting iOS, Safari, and tvOS versions
- Vulnerability discovered in Apple products
The Impact of CVE-2017-7038
- Allows for potential cross-site scripting attacks
- Affected products include iOS, Safari, and tvOS
Technical Details of CVE-2017-7038
Vulnerability specifics and affected systems.
Vulnerability Description
- DOMParser XSS issue in certain Apple products
- Affects iOS versions before 10.3.3, Safari versions before 10.1.2, and tvOS versions before 10.2.2
Affected Systems and Versions
- iOS versions prior to 10.3.3
- Safari versions prior to 10.1.2
- tvOS versions prior to 10.2.2
Exploitation Mechanism
- Exploits the vulnerability in the "WebKit" component
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update affected Apple products to the latest versions
- Be cautious of visiting untrusted websites
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update software and applications
- Implement security best practices to prevent XSS attacks
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches released by Apple to address the vulnerability