CVE-2016-4731

Name: CVE-2016-4731
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-09-25T10:59:35.673+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.73%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-4731 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. WebKit in Apple iOS before 10 and Safari before 10 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-2016-4729.. EPSS estimates a 2.73% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

WebKit in Apple iOS before 10 and Safari before 10 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-2016-4729.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.73%

84.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Safari	<= 9.1.3
Apple	Iphone Os	<= 9.3.5

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Sep/msg00007.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Sep/msg00008.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93053
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036854
https://support.apple.com/HT207143Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT207157Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Sep/msg00007.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Sep/msg00008.htmlMailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93053
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036854
https://support.apple.com/HT207143Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT207157Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Sep 25, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-4731?

How severe is CVE-2016-4731?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-4731 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.73% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-4731?

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-2016-4731?

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Source: NVD / NIST