CVE-2016-1729

Name: CVE-2016-1729
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-02-01T11:59:13.963+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.28%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-1729 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Untrusted search path vulnerability in OSA Scripts in Apple OS X before 10.11.3 allows attackers to load arbitrary script libraries via a quarantined application.. EPSS estimates a 1.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Untrusted search path vulnerability in OSA Scripts in Apple OS X before 10.11.3 allows attackers to load arbitrary script libraries via a quarantined application.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.28%

66.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Mac Os X	<= 10.11.2

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Jan/msg00003.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034736
https://support.apple.com/HT205731Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Jan/msg00003.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034736
https://support.apple.com/HT205731Vendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-1729?

Untrusted search path vulnerability in OSA Scripts in Apple OS X before 10.11.3 allows attackers to load arbitrary script libraries via a quarantined application.

How severe is CVE-2016-1729?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-1729 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.28% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-1729?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2016-1729?

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Source: NVD / NIST