CVE-2016-1781

Name: CVE-2016-1781
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-03-24T01:59:48.487+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.29%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-1781 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. WebKit in Apple iOS before 9.3 and Safari before 9.1 mishandles attachment URLs, which makes it easier for remote web servers to track users via unspecified vectors.. EPSS estimates a 1.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

WebKit in Apple iOS before 9.3 and Safari before 9.1 mishandles attachment URLs, which makes it easier for remote web servers to track users via unspecified vectors.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.29%

66.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-19

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Safari	<= 9.0.3
Apple	Iphone Os	<= 9.2.1

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Dec/msg00000.htmlVendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Dec/msg00003.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/537948/100/0/threaded
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035353
https://support.apple.com/HT205635Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT205639Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Dec/msg00000.htmlVendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Dec/msg00003.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/537948/100/0/threaded
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035353
https://support.apple.com/HT205635Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT205639Vendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-1781?

WebKit in Apple iOS before 9.3 and Safari before 9.1 mishandles attachment URLs, which makes it easier for remote web servers to track users via unspecified vectors.

How severe is CVE-2016-1781?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-1781 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-1781?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST