CVE-2017-8936 describes a critical vulnerability in the MoboTap Dolphin Web Browser for iOS, specifically versions 9.23.0 through 9.23.2, where the application fails to properly validate X.509 certificates from SSL servers. This flaw allows remote man-in-the-middle attackers to spoof legitimate servers using crafted certificates, potentially leading to the interception and compromise of sensitive user information. Rated with a CVSS score of 5.9 (Medium), the vulnerability has a network attack vector and high confidentiality impact, though it requires high attack complexity. There is no evidence of active exploitation, publicly available exploit code, or significant community discussion surrounding this CVE.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
9.23.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:changyou:dolphin_web_browser:9.23.0:*:*:*:*:iphone_os:*:* | ||
9.23.2CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:changyou:dolphin_web_browser:9.23.2:*:*:*:*:iphone_os:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.1
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
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