CVE-2012-0588: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2012-0588: 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-2012-0587, and CVE-2012-0589.

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

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CVE-2012-0588 is an XSS flaw in WebKit used by Apple iOS before 5.1. A malicious remote site could cause script or HTML injection through unspecified vectors. Sources do not provide CVSS, exploit details, or affected components beyond WebKit/iOS, so urgency depends on whether legacy iOS devices remain in use. Exposure is most likely limited to unmanaged or legacy Apple iOS devices running versions before 5.1. Modern, supported iOS versions are not identified as affected in the supplied sources. Treat this as a legacy asset hygiene issue unless pre-5.1 iOS devices remain operational. If present, prioritize removal or update because browser-engine XSS can undermine user sessions and trusted web workflows. Mitigation focus: Identify any Apple iOS devices running versions before 5.1.; Update affected devices to iOS 5.1 or later where feasible.; Retire devices that cannot run a fixed iOS version..

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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