CVE-2016-1842: High severity iphone os vulnerability

Published May 20, 2016
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Updated

MapKit in Apple iOS before 9.3.2, OS X before 10.11.5, and watchOS before 2.2.1 does not use HTTPS for shared links, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network for HTTP traffic.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Apple iPhone OS<=9.3.1
Apple iOS and macOS<=10.11.4
Apple WatchOS<=2.2

Event History

May 20, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-1842?

CVE-2016-1842 has been rated as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential exposure of sensitive information.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-1842?

To fix CVE-2016-1842, users should update their devices to the latest versions of iOS, macOS, and watchOS as provided by Apple.

3

What types of devices are affected by CVE-2016-1842?

CVE-2016-1842 affects iPhones running iOS before 9.3.2, Macs running OS X before 10.11.5, and watches running watchOS before 2.2.1.

4

What kind of attacks can exploit CVE-2016-1842?

CVE-2016-1842 can be exploited by remote attackers who want to sniff the network traffic to obtain sensitive information sent over unsecured HTTP.

5

Is it necessary to take immediate action for CVE-2016-1842?

Yes, it is important to take immediate action to update affected devices to mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2016-1842.

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