CVE-2016-4718
UnknownEPSS 2.57%
Last modified
CVE-2016-4718 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in FontParser in Apple iOS before 10, OS X before 10.12, tvOS before 10, and watchOS before 3 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information from process memory via a crafted font file.. EPSS estimates a 2.57% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer overflow in FontParser in Apple iOS before 10, OS X before 10.12, tvOS before 10, and watchOS before 3 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information from process memory via a crafted font file.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 10.0 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | < 10.12.0 |
| Apple | Tvos | < 10.0 |
| Apple | Watchos | < 3.0 |
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Sep/msg00006.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Sep/msg00008.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Sep/msg00010.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Sep/msg00011.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93054Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036858Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://support.apple.com/HT207141Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207142Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207143Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207170Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Sep/msg00006.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Sep/msg00008.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Sep/msg00010.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Sep/msg00011.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93054Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036858Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://support.apple.com/HT207141Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207142Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207143Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207170Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-4718?
Buffer overflow in FontParser in Apple iOS before 10, OS X before 10.12, tvOS before 10, and watchOS before 3 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information from process memory via a crafted font file.
How severe is CVE-2016-4718?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-4718 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.57% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4718?
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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