CVE-2016-7608
UnknownEPSS 1.10%
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CVE-2016-7608 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.12.2 is affected. EPSS estimates a 1.10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.12.2 is affected. The issue involves the "IOFireWireFamily" component, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information from kernel memory via unspecified vectors.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.12.1 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94903Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://support.apple.com/HT207423Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94903Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://support.apple.com/HT207423Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-7608?
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.12.2 is affected. The issue involves the "IOFireWireFamily" component, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information from kernel memory via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2016-7608?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-7608 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.10% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7608?
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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