CVE-2016-1738

Name: CVE-2016-1738
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-03-24T01:59:10.887+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.36%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-1738 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. dyld in Apple OS X before 10.11.4 allows attackers to bypass a code-signing protection mechanism via a modified app.. EPSS estimates a 0.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

dyld in Apple OS X before 10.11.4 allows attackers to bypass a code-signing protection mechanism via a modified app.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.36%

27.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-254

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Mac Os X	<= 10.11.3

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Mar/msg00004.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035363
https://support.apple.com/HT206167Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Mar/msg00004.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035363
https://support.apple.com/HT206167Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Mar 24, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-1738?

dyld in Apple OS X before 10.11.4 allows attackers to bypass a code-signing protection mechanism via a modified app.

How severe is CVE-2016-1738?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-1738 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-1738?

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-2016-1738?

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Source: NVD / NIST