CVE-2016-4652

Name: CVE-2016-4652
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-07-22T03:00:10.23+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.29%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-4652 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. CoreGraphics in Apple OS X before 10.11.6 allows local users to obtain sensitive information from kernel memory and consequently gain privileges, or cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read), via unspecified vectors.. EPSS estimates a 0.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

CoreGraphics in Apple OS X before 10.11.6 allows local users to obtain sensitive information from kernel memory and consequently gain privileges, or cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read), via unspecified vectors.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.29%

21.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Mac Os X	<= 10.11.5

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Jul/msg00000.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91824
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036348
http://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-432/Third Party Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT206903Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Jul/msg00000.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91824
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036348
http://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-432/Third Party Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT206903Vendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-4652?

How severe is CVE-2016-4652?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-4652 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-4652?

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