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The vulnerability in WebKit allows user-assisted remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via vectors involving a drag-and-drop operation.
Overview
This CVE describes a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in WebKit, specifically affecting Apple iOS versions prior to 5.1. The vulnerability could be exploited by remote attackers to inject malicious web script or HTML through a drag-and-drop operation, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data manipulation.
Remediation
To remediate this vulnerability, users are advised to update their Apple iOS devices to version 5.1 or later. Apple released security advisories (APPLE-SA-2012-03-07-2 and APPLE-SA-2012-03-12-1) addressing this issue. It is recommended to apply the necessary patches and updates provided by Apple to mitigate the risk of exploitation.
References
- OSVDB-79975: http://osvdb.org/79975
- SECTRACK-1026774: http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1026774
- SECUNIA-48377: http://secunia.com/advisories/48377
- APPLE-SA-2012-03-07-2: http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Mar/msg00001.html
- SECUNIA-48288: http://secunia.com/advisories/48288
- APPLE-SA-2012-03-12-1: http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Mar/msg00003.html
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- InformationInformation
- MiningMining
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- ConstructionConstruction
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
