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CVE-2017-7027: An issue was discovered in certain Apple products.

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.3.3 is affected. macOS before 10.12.6 is affected. tvOS before 10.2.2 is affected. watchOS before 3.2.3 is affected. The issue involves the "Kernel" component. It allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted app.

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Plain-English summary

This is an Apple kernel memory corruption issue in older iOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS releases. A malicious app could potentially run code with high privileges or crash the device. The practical risk is concentrated on Apple devices that remain below the fixed operating system versions named by Apple.

Executive priority

Treat this as a legacy Apple fleet hygiene issue with high impact if outdated devices remain in use. Prioritize executive attention if older Apple devices still access corporate data, privileged systems, or regulated information.

Technical view

CVE-2017-7027 affects the Kernel component in iOS before 10.3.3, macOS before 10.12.6, tvOS before 10.2.2, and watchOS before 3.2.3. The CVE states a crafted app can trigger memory corruption leading to privileged arbitrary code execution or denial of service.

Likely exposure

Exposure is most likely on legacy Apple devices or managed fleets still running versions below iOS 10.3.3, macOS 10.12.6, tvOS 10.2.2, or watchOS 3.2.3. Newer or fully updated devices are not indicated as affected in the provided sources.

Exploitation context

The provided sources do not state active exploitation, and the CVE is not listed as KEV in the bundle. The described attack path requires a crafted app. The bundle does not provide exploit maturity, exploit availability, or additional delivery details.

Researcher notes

The source bundle is sparse: no CVSS, CWE, exploit status, or detailed root cause is provided. Analysis should stay anchored to the kernel memory corruption description, fixed version thresholds, and Apple reference pages. Do not infer affected versions beyond those listed.

Mitigation direction

  • Upgrade iOS devices to 10.3.3 or later where supported.
  • Upgrade macOS systems to 10.12.6 or later where supported.
  • Upgrade tvOS devices to 10.2.2 or later where supported.
  • Upgrade watchOS devices to 3.2.3 or later where supported.
  • Check Apple guidance for unsupported devices that cannot receive fixed versions.
  • Limit use of unmanaged or untrusted apps on legacy Apple devices.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory Apple devices and record operating system versions.
  • Flag devices below the fixed versions listed in the CVE.
  • Confirm update status through MDM, endpoint tooling, or local device settings.
  • Verify unsupported legacy devices are removed from sensitive access paths.
  • Document exceptions and compensating controls for devices that cannot be updated.
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Confidence
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Sources
6

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