CVE-2017-2527 is a critical vulnerability affecting Apple macOS versions prior to 10.12.5, specifically within the CoreAnimation component. This flaw allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service through crafted data. With a CVSS score of 9.8 (Critical), it presents a severe risk due to its network-based attack vector, low attack complexity, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While not listed on the KEV catalog or Hot List, an ExploitDB entry (EDB-42052) details a memory corruption vulnerability, and community discussion indicates significant attention, despite no reported active exploitation or Metasploit/Nuclei modules.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
<= 10.12.4CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.0
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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