CVE-2012-0590: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2012-0590: Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in WebKit, as used in Apple iOS before 5.1, allows user-assisted r...

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in WebKit, as used in Apple iOS before 5.1, allows user-assisted remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via vectors involving a drag-and-drop operation.

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

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2012-0590 is a WebKit cross-site scripting issue reported for Apple iOS before 5.1. A remote attacker would need user assistance involving drag-and-drop to inject script or HTML. The business risk is mainly legacy mobile exposure, not broad current enterprise server compromise. Exposure is most plausible on unmanaged or legacy Apple iOS devices running versions before 5.1 and rendering untrusted web content. The source bundle’s affected-product fields are incomplete, so teams should verify against Apple’s advisory and asset inventory. Treat this as a legacy hygiene issue unless vulnerable iOS devices remain in business use. Prioritize discovery and retirement over emergency response because active exploitation is not evidenced in the supplied sources. Mitigation focus: Update affected Apple iOS devices to iOS 5.1 or later where supported.; Retire or isolate devices that cannot be updated past vulnerable versions.; Check Apple advisory details before claiming full remediation scope..

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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