CVE Catalog

CVE-2017-2403

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products, including macOS before 10.12.4, related to the 'Printing' component. A format-string vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted ipp: or ipps: URL.

Risk Assessment

This vulnerability could lead to remote code execution, posing a serious security threat to user systems. Attackers may exploit this flaw to gain control over the system.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update macOS to version 10.12.4 or later to mitigate this vulnerability. Additionally, monitoring and restricting access to potentially dangerous URLs is advised.

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Original NVD description (English source)

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.12.4 is affected. The issue involves the "Printing" component. A format-string vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted ipp: or ipps: URL.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS