CWE
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Advisory Published
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CVE-2016-1864: Infoleak

First published: Sun Jun 19 2016(Updated: )

The XSS auditor in WebKit, as used in Apple iOS before 9.3 and Safari before 9.1, does not properly handle redirects in block mode, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via a crafted URL.

Credit: product-security@apple.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple Mobile Safari<=9.0.3
iStyle @cosme iPhone OS<=9.2.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-1864?

    CVE-2016-1864 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability that affects WebKit's XSS auditor.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-1864?

    To fix CVE-2016-1864, update your Apple Safari or iOS to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

  • Which versions of Safari are affected by CVE-2016-1864?

    CVE-2016-1864 affects Apple Safari versions prior to 9.1.

  • Which versions of iOS are affected by CVE-2016-1864?

    CVE-2016-1864 affects iOS versions prior to 9.3.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2016-1864 enable?

    CVE-2016-1864 enables remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via a crafted URL due to improper handling of redirects.

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