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CVE-2016-1797

UnknownEPSS 1.65%

Last modified

CVE-2016-1797 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Apple Type Services (ATS) in Apple OS X before 10.11.5 allows attackers to bypass intended FontValidator sandbox-policy restrictions and execute arbitrary code in a privileged context via a crafted app.. EPSS estimates a 1.65% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Apple Type Services (ATS) in Apple OS X before 10.11.5 allows attackers to bypass intended FontValidator sandbox-policy restrictions and execute arbitrary code in a privileged context via a crafted app.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.65%

73.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
AppleMac Os X<= 10.11.4

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-1797?
Apple Type Services (ATS) in Apple OS X before 10.11.5 allows attackers to bypass intended FontValidator sandbox-policy restrictions and execute arbitrary code in a privileged context via a crafted app.
How severe is CVE-2016-1797?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-1797 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.65% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1797?
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