CVE-2016-1751

Name: CVE-2016-1751
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-03-24T01:59:21.17+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.02%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-1751 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The kernel in Apple iOS before 9.3, tvOS before 9.2, and watchOS before 2.2 does not properly restrict the execute permission, which allows attackers to bypass a code-signing protection mechanism via a crafted app.. EPSS estimates a 1.02% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The kernel in Apple iOS before 9.3, tvOS before 9.2, and watchOS before 2.2 does not properly restrict the execute permission, which allows attackers to bypass a code-signing protection mechanism via a crafted app.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.02%

58.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Iphone Os	< 9.3
Apple	Tvos	< 9.2
Apple	Watchos	< 2.2

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Mar/msg00000.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Mar/msg00001.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Mar/msg00002.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035353Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.apple.com/HT206166Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT206168Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT206169Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Mar/msg00000.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Mar/msg00001.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Mar/msg00002.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035353Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.apple.com/HT206166Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT206168Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT206169Vendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-1751?

How severe is CVE-2016-1751?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-1751 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.02% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-1751?

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-2016-1751?

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Source: NVD / NIST