# CVE-2017-2491: Use after free vulnerability in the String.replace method JavaScriptCore in Apple Safari in iOS before 10.3 allows remote attackers to execu

- Severity: no CVSS score reported
- Known exploited (CISA KEV): no
- Public exploit code: 1 on Exploit-DB
- Published: 2017-06-27 · Updated: 2024-08-05

## Affected

- n/a: version range not reported

## Description

Use after free vulnerability in the String.replace method JavaScriptCore in Apple Safari in iOS before 10.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted web page, or a crafted file.

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## References

- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT207617
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/41964/
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-17-321
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98316
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/41964

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