CVE-2016-4622

Name: CVE-2016-4622
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-07-22T02:59:42.007+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 18.84%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-4622 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. WebKit in Apple iOS before 9.3.3, Safari before 9.1.2, and tvOS before 9.2.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web site, a different vulnerability than CVE-2016-4589, CVE-2016-4623, and CVE-2016-4624.. EPSS estimates a 18.84% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

WebKit in Apple iOS before 9.3.3, Safari before 9.1.2, and tvOS before 9.2.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web site, a different vulnerability than CVE-2016-4589, CVE-2016-4623, and CVE-2016-4624.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

18.84%

96.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Safari	< 9.1.2
Apple	Iphone Os	< 9.3.3
Apple	Tvos	< 9.2.2

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Jul/msg00001.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Jul/msg00003.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Jul/msg00004.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/138502/WebKitGTK-SOP-Bypass-Information-Disclosure.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/539295/100/0/threadedThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91830Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036343Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-485Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-486Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.apple.com/HT206900Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT206902Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT206905Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Jul/msg00001.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Jul/msg00003.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Jul/msg00004.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/138502/WebKitGTK-SOP-Bypass-Information-Disclosure.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/539295/100/0/threadedThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91830Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036343Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-485Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-486Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.apple.com/HT206900Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT206902Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT206905Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jul 22, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-4622?

How severe is CVE-2016-4622?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-4622 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 18.84% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-4622?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST