CVE-2016-1842

Name: CVE-2016-1842
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-05-20T10:59:56.19+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.27%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-1842 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. MapKit in Apple iOS before 9.3.2, OS X before 10.11.5, and watchOS before 2.2.1 does not use HTTPS for shared links, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network for HTTP traffic.. EPSS estimates a 2.27% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

MapKit in Apple iOS before 9.3.2, OS X before 10.11.5, and watchOS before 2.2.1 does not use HTTPS for shared links, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network for HTTP traffic.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.27%

80.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-284

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Iphone Os	<= 9.3.1
Apple	Mac Os X	<= 10.11.4
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/msg00003.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/May/msg00004.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035890Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.apple.com/HT206566Vendor Advisory
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/msg00003.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/May/msg00004.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035890Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.apple.com/HT206566Vendor Advisory
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-2016-1842?

How severe is CVE-2016-1842?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-1842 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.27% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-1842?

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-2016-1842?

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Source: NVD / NIST