What is the severity of CVE-2016-1716?

CVE-2016-1716 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.

How do I fix CVE-2016-1716?

To fix CVE-2016-1716, update your Apple OS X to version 10.11.3 or later.

Who is affected by CVE-2016-1716?

CVE-2016-1716 affects local users on Apple OS X versions up to and including 10.11.2.

What type of vulnerabilities does CVE-2016-1716 include?

CVE-2016-1716 involves memory corruption vulnerabilities that could lead to denial of service or privilege escalation.

Is CVE-2016-1716 a remote exploit?

No, CVE-2016-1716 requires local access to the system to exploit the vulnerability.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2016-1716

high

7.8

CWE

119

1/2/2016

5/8/2024

CVE-2016-1716: Buffer Overflow

First published: Mon Feb 01 2016(Updated: )

AppleGraphicsPowerManagement in Apple OS X before 10.11.3 allows local users to gain privileges or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via unspecified vectors.

Credit: product-security@apple.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
macOS Yosemite	<=10.11.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-1716?
CVE-2016-1716 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1716?
To fix CVE-2016-1716, update your Apple OS X to version 10.11.3 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-1716?
CVE-2016-1716 affects local users on Apple OS X versions up to and including 10.11.2.
What type of vulnerabilities does CVE-2016-1716 include?
CVE-2016-1716 involves memory corruption vulnerabilities that could lead to denial of service or privilege escalation.
Is CVE-2016-1716 a remote exploit?
No, CVE-2016-1716 requires local access to the system to exploit the vulnerability.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-1716?
CVE-2016-1716 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1716?
To fix CVE-2016-1716, update your Apple OS X to version 10.11.3 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-1716?
CVE-2016-1716 affects local users on Apple OS X versions up to and including 10.11.2.
What type of vulnerabilities does CVE-2016-1716 include?
CVE-2016-1716 involves memory corruption vulnerabilities that could lead to denial of service or privilege escalation.
Is CVE-2016-1716 a remote exploit?
No, CVE-2016-1716 requires local access to the system to exploit the vulnerability.