What is the severity of CVE-2016-1789?

CVE-2016-1789 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.

How do I fix CVE-2016-1789?

To fix CVE-2016-1789, update Apple iBooks Author to version 2.4.1 or later.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-1789?

CVE-2016-1789 is an XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability.

What can attackers do exploiting CVE-2016-1789?

Exploiting CVE-2016-1789 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files on the affected system.

Which versions of Apple iBooks Author are affected by CVE-2016-1789?

Apple iBooks Author versions prior to 2.4.1 are affected by CVE-2016-1789.

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CVE-2016-1789

medium

5.5

5/4/2016

5/8/2024

CVE-2016-1789

First published: Tue Apr 05 2016(Updated: )

Apple iBooks Author before 2.4.1 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via an iBooks Author file containing an XML external entity declaration in conjunction with an entity reference, related to an XML External Entity (XXE) issue.

Credit: product-security@apple.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Apple iBooks Author	<=2.4.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-1789?
CVE-2016-1789 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1789?
To fix CVE-2016-1789, update Apple iBooks Author to version 2.4.1 or later.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-1789?
CVE-2016-1789 is an XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability.
What can attackers do exploiting CVE-2016-1789?
Exploiting CVE-2016-1789 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files on the affected system.
Which versions of Apple iBooks Author are affected by CVE-2016-1789?
Apple iBooks Author versions prior to 2.4.1 are affected by CVE-2016-1789.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-1789?
CVE-2016-1789 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1789?
To fix CVE-2016-1789, update Apple iBooks Author to version 2.4.1 or later.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-1789?
CVE-2016-1789 is an XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability.
What can attackers do exploiting CVE-2016-1789?
Exploiting CVE-2016-1789 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files on the affected system.
Which versions of Apple iBooks Author are affected by CVE-2016-1789?
Apple iBooks Author versions prior to 2.4.1 are affected by CVE-2016-1789.