CVE-2016-4669
UnknownEPSS 3.73%
Last modified
CVE-2016-4669 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.1 is affected. EPSS estimates a 3.73% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.1 is affected. macOS before 10.12.1 is affected. tvOS before 10.0.1 is affected. watchOS before 3.1 is affected. The issue involves the "Kernel" component. It allows local users to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context or cause a denial of service (MIG code mishandling and system crash) via unspecified vectors.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 10.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | < 10.12.1 |
| Apple | Tvos | < 10.0.1 |
| Apple | Watchos | < 3.1 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93849Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037086Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://support.apple.com/HT207269Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207270Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207271Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207275Vendor Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40654/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93849Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037086Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://support.apple.com/HT207269Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207270Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207271Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207275Vendor Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40654/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-4669?
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.1 is affected. macOS before 10.12.1 is affected. tvOS before 10.0.1 is affected. watchOS before 3.1 is affected. The issue involves the "Kernel" component. It allows local users to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context or cause a denial of service (MIG code mishandling and system crash) via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2016-4669?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-4669 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.73% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4669?
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-2016-4669?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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