CVE-2016-1859

Name: CVE-2016-1859
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-05-20T11:00:13.413+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.58%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-1859 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The WebKit Canvas implementation in Apple iOS before 9.3.2, Safari before 9.1.1, and tvOS before 9.2.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web site.. EPSS estimates a 2.58% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The WebKit Canvas implementation in Apple iOS before 9.3.2, Safari before 9.1.1, and tvOS before 9.2.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web site.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.58%

83.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Safari	< 9.1.1
Apple	Iphone Os	< 9.3.2
Apple	Tvos	< 9.2.1
Webkitgtk	Webkitgtk\+	< 2.12.1

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/May/msg00001.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/May/msg00002.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/May/msg00005.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/137229/WebKitGTK-Code-Execution-Denial-Of-Service-Memory-Corruption.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/538522/100/0/threadedThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035888Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-352Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.apple.com/HT206564Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT206565Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT206568Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/May/msg00001.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/May/msg00002.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/May/msg00005.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/137229/WebKitGTK-Code-Execution-Denial-Of-Service-Memory-Corruption.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/538522/100/0/threadedThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035888Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-352Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.apple.com/HT206564Vendor Advisory
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-2016-1859?

How severe is CVE-2016-1859?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-1859 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.58% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-1859?

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-2016-1859?

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Source: NVD / NIST