CVE-2016-7579
UnknownEPSS 1.84%
Last modified
CVE-2016-7579 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.1 is affected. EPSS estimates a 1.84% 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. The issue involves the "CFNetwork Proxies" component, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to spoof a proxy password authentication requirement and obtain sensitive information.
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 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93856Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037086Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://support.apple.com/HT207270Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207271Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207275Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93856Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037086Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://support.apple.com/HT207270Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207271Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207275Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-7579?
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. The issue involves the "CFNetwork Proxies" component, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to spoof a proxy password authentication requirement and obtain sensitive information.
How severe is CVE-2016-7579?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-7579 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.84% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7579?
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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