CVE-2016-1728

Name: CVE-2016-1728
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-02-01T11:59:13.073+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.69%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-1728 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) implementation in Apple iOS before 9.2.1 and Safari before 9.0.3 mishandles the "a:visited button" selector during height processing, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain sensitive browser-history information via a crafted web site.. EPSS estimates a 1.69% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) implementation in Apple iOS before 9.2.1 and Safari before 9.0.3 mishandles the "a:visited button" selector during height processing, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain sensitive browser-history information via a crafted web site.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.69%

74.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-200

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Safari	<= 9.0.2
Apple	Iphone Os	<= 9.2

References

Timeline

Published: Feb 1, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-1728?

How severe is CVE-2016-1728?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-1728 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.69% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-1728?

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Source: NVD / NIST