CVE-2016-1831

Name: CVE-2016-1831
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-05-20T10:59:45.063+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.44%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-1831 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The kernel in Apple iOS before 9.3.2 and OS X before 10.11.5 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted app.. EPSS estimates a 1.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The kernel in Apple iOS before 9.3.2 and OS X before 10.11.5 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted app.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.44%

69.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Iphone Os	<= 9.3.1
Apple	Mac Os X	<= 10.11.4
Apple	Tvos	<= 9.2
Apple	Watchos	<= 2.2

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/May/msg00002.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/May/msg00004.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/90696Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035890Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.apple.com/HT206567Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT206568Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/May/msg00002.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/May/msg00004.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/90696Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035890Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.apple.com/HT206567Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT206568Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 20, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-1831?

The kernel in Apple iOS before 9.3.2 and OS X before 10.11.5 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted app.

How severe is CVE-2016-1831?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-1831 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-1831?

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-2016-1831?

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Source: NVD / NIST