CVE-2016-1757: Race Condition
First published: Thu Mar 24 2016(Updated: )
Race condition in the kernel in Apple iOS before 9.3 and OS X before 10.11.4 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context via a crafted app.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| iStyle @cosme iPhone OS | <=9.2.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | <=10.11.3 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Mar/msg00000.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Mar/msg00004.html
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035353
- https://bugs.chromium.org/p/project-zero/issues/detail?id=676
- https://support.apple.com/HT206166
- https://support.apple.com/HT206167
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39595/
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39741/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-1757?
CVE-2016-1757 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1757?
To mitigate CVE-2016-1757, update your Apple iOS to version 9.3 or later and macOS to version 10.11.4 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2016-1757?
CVE-2016-1757 affects Apple iOS versions prior to 9.3 and macOS versions prior to 10.11.4.
What type of attack can be executed using CVE-2016-1757?
CVE-2016-1757 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code within a privileged context through a crafted application.
Is CVE-2016-1757 being actively exploited?
While there have been reports of exploitation of CVE-2016-1757, it is crucial to update systems to prevent potential attacks.
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