CVE-2012-0587: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2012-0587: Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in WebKit, as used in Apple iOS before 5.1, allows remote attacker...

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in WebKit, as used in Apple iOS before 5.1, allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2012-0586, CVE-2012-0588, and CVE-2012-0589.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 18:30 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2012-0587 is an old WebKit cross-site scripting issue affecting Apple iOS before 5.1. A malicious web page could inject script or HTML through unspecified vectors. Business urgency depends almost entirely on whether any legacy iOS devices remain in use. Exposure is most likely limited to unsupported or unmanaged Apple iOS devices running versions earlier than 5.1 and browsing untrusted web content. Modern managed fleets should have little practical exposure if obsolete iOS versions are absent. Treat this as a legacy exposure check, not a current emergency, unless pre-5.1 iOS devices still exist in business workflows. The main risk is unmanaged obsolete mobile devices accessing hostile web content. Mitigation focus: Upgrade affected iOS devices to 5.1 or later where supported.; Retire or isolate devices that cannot run a fixed iOS version.; Check Apple advisory guidance before relying on compensating controls..

Prepared: Jun 24, 2026, 12:52 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Mar 8, 2012, 22:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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