CVE-2016-4691
UnknownEPSS 2.39%
Last modified
CVE-2016-4691 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.2 is affected. EPSS estimates a 2.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.2 is affected. macOS before 10.12.2 is affected. watchOS before 3.1.3 is affected. The issue involves the "FontParser" component. It allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via a crafted font.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | <= 10.1.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.12.1 |
| Apple | Watchos | <= 2.2.2 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94905Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://support.apple.com/HT207422Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207423Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207487Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94905Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://support.apple.com/HT207422Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207423Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207487Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-4691?
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.2 is affected. macOS before 10.12.2 is affected. watchOS before 3.1.3 is affected. The issue involves the "FontParser" component. It allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via a crafted font.
How severe is CVE-2016-4691?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-4691 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4691?
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.
How Strix Helps
- How Strix found a critical auth bypass in etcdStrix autonomously discovered a critical authentication bypass in etcd, later designated CVE-2026-33413.
- Autonomous PentestingAI agents that find and validate exploitable vulnerabilities like this one across your applications.
- PR ReviewsPentest every pull request so vulnerable code is caught before it ships to production.
- AI Penetration TestingHow AI-driven penetration testing continuously covers your attack surface.
Related CVEs from 2016
- CVE-2016-4685An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS befor…
- CVE-2016-4686An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS befor…
- CVE-2016-4687Rejected reason: DO NOT USE THIS CANDIDATE NUMBER. ConsultID…
- CVE-2016-4688An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS befor…
- CVE-2016-4689An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS befor…
- CVE-2016-4690An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS befor…
- CVE-2016-4692An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS befor…
- CVE-2016-4693An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS befor…
- CVE-2016-4694The Apache HTTP Server in Apple OS X before 10.12 and OS X S…
- CVE-2016-4695Rejected reason: DO NOT USE THIS CANDIDATE NUMBER. ConsultID…
- CVE-2016-4696AppleEFIRuntime in Apple OS X before 10.12 allows attackers …
- CVE-2016-4697Apple HSSPI Support in Apple OS X before 10.12 allows attack…
Are you affected by CVE-2016-4691?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
Scan your code nowSource: NVD / NIST