What is the severity of CVE-2016-1849?

CVE-2016-1849 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to potential local access to sensitive data.

How do I fix CVE-2016-1849?

To fix CVE-2016-1849, update Apple Safari to version 9.1.1 or later and ensure iOS is updated to version 9.3.2 or above.

Who is affected by CVE-2016-1849?

CVE-2016-1849 affects users of Apple Safari versions prior to 9.1.1 and iOS versions before 9.3.2.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-1849?

CVE-2016-1849 is a local information disclosure vulnerability that can expose sensitive browsing data.

Can CVE-2016-1849 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2016-1849 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to a device.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2016-1849

low

3.3

CWE

200

20/5/2016

5/8/2024

CVE-2016-1849: Infoleak

First published: Fri May 20 2016(Updated: )

The "Clear History and Website Data" feature in Apple Safari before 9.1.1, as used in iOS before 9.3.2 and other products, mishandles the deletion of browsing history, which might allow local users to obtain sensitive information by leveraging read access to a Safari directory.

Credit: product-security@apple.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Apple Safari	<=9.1
Apple iPhone OS	<=9.3.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-1849?
CVE-2016-1849 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to potential local access to sensitive data.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1849?
To fix CVE-2016-1849, update Apple Safari to version 9.1.1 or later and ensure iOS is updated to version 9.3.2 or above.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-1849?
CVE-2016-1849 affects users of Apple Safari versions prior to 9.1.1 and iOS versions before 9.3.2.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-1849?
CVE-2016-1849 is a local information disclosure vulnerability that can expose sensitive browsing data.
Can CVE-2016-1849 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2016-1849 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to a device.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-1849?
CVE-2016-1849 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to potential local access to sensitive data.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1849?
To fix CVE-2016-1849, update Apple Safari to version 9.1.1 or later and ensure iOS is updated to version 9.3.2 or above.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-1849?
CVE-2016-1849 affects users of Apple Safari versions prior to 9.1.1 and iOS versions before 9.3.2.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-1849?
CVE-2016-1849 is a local information disclosure vulnerability that can expose sensitive browsing data.
Can CVE-2016-1849 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2016-1849 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to a device.