CVE-2016-1849

Name: CVE-2016-1849
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-05-20T11:00:02.817+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.32%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-1849 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The "Clear History and Website Data" feature in Apple Safari before 9.1.1, as used in iOS before 9.3.2 and other products, mishandles the deletion of browsing history, which might allow local users to obtain sensitive information by leveraging read access to a Safari directory.. EPSS estimates a 0.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The "Clear History and Website Data" feature in Apple Safari before 9.1.1, as used in iOS before 9.3.2 and other products, mishandles the deletion of browsing history, which might allow local users to obtain sensitive information by leveraging read access to a Safari directory.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.32%

23.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-200

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Safari	<= 9.1
Apple	Iphone Os	<= 9.3.1

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/May/msg00002.htmlVendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/May/msg00005.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035888
https://support.apple.com/HT206565Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT206568Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/May/msg00002.htmlVendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/May/msg00005.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035888
https://support.apple.com/HT206565Vendor 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-2016-1849?

How severe is CVE-2016-1849?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-1849 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-1849?

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-2016-1849?

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Source: NVD / NIST