CVE-2016-4618

Name: CVE-2016-4618
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-09-25T10:59:01.233+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.80%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-4618 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Safari Reader in Apple iOS before 10 and Safari before 10 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted web site, aka "Universal XSS (UXSS).". EPSS estimates a 0.80% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Safari Reader in Apple iOS before 10 and Safari before 10 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted web site, aka "Universal XSS (UXSS)."

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.80%

51.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Safari	9.1.3
Apple	Iphone Os	<= 9.3.5

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Sep/msg00007.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Sep/msg00008.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93053
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036854
https://support.apple.com/HT207143Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT207157Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Sep/msg00007.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Sep/msg00008.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93053
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036854
https://support.apple.com/HT207143Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT207157Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Sep 25, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-4618?

How severe is CVE-2016-4618?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-4618 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.80% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-4618?

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-2016-4618?

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Source: NVD / NIST