CVE-2021-1879
Apple iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS
Apple iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS WebKit Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) Vulnerability
What it is
Apple iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS WebKit contain an unspecified vulnerability that allows for universal cross-site scripting (XSS) when processing maliciously crafted web content. This vulnerability could impact HTML parsers that use WebKit, including but not limited to Apple Safari and non-Apple products which rely on WebKit for HTML processing.
What to do
Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Vendor notices and references
Description and required action as published by CISA. Full record at NVD.
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