What is the severity of CVE-2016-4596?

CVE-2016-4596 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2016-4596?

To fix CVE-2016-4596, update your Apple OS X to version 10.11.6 or later as it includes the necessary security patches.

What types of attacks can be executed via CVE-2016-4596?

CVE-2016-4596 can lead to arbitrary code execution or cause a denial of service due to memory corruption when processing crafted FlashPix bitmap images.

Which versions of OS X are affected by CVE-2016-4596?

CVE-2016-4596 affects Apple OS X versions prior to 10.11.6.

Is CVE-2016-4596 related to any other vulnerabilities?

Yes, CVE-2016-4596 is a different vulnerability from CVE-2016-4597, CVE-2016-4600, and CVE-2016-4602.

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CVE-2016-4596

high

8.8

CWE

119

22/7/2016

6/8/2024

CVE-2016-4596: Buffer Overflow

First published: Fri Jul 22 2016(Updated: )

QuickTime in Apple OS X before 10.11.6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted FlashPix bitmap image, a different vulnerability than CVE-2016-4597, CVE-2016-4600, and CVE-2016-4602.

Credit: product-security@apple.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
macOS Yosemite	<=10.11.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-4596?
CVE-2016-4596 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4596?
To fix CVE-2016-4596, update your Apple OS X to version 10.11.6 or later as it includes the necessary security patches.
What types of attacks can be executed via CVE-2016-4596?
CVE-2016-4596 can lead to arbitrary code execution or cause a denial of service due to memory corruption when processing crafted FlashPix bitmap images.
Which versions of OS X are affected by CVE-2016-4596?
CVE-2016-4596 affects Apple OS X versions prior to 10.11.6.
Is CVE-2016-4596 related to any other vulnerabilities?
Yes, CVE-2016-4596 is a different vulnerability from CVE-2016-4597, CVE-2016-4600, and CVE-2016-4602.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-4596?
CVE-2016-4596 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4596?
To fix CVE-2016-4596, update your Apple OS X to version 10.11.6 or later as it includes the necessary security patches.
What types of attacks can be executed via CVE-2016-4596?
CVE-2016-4596 can lead to arbitrary code execution or cause a denial of service due to memory corruption when processing crafted FlashPix bitmap images.
Which versions of OS X are affected by CVE-2016-4596?
CVE-2016-4596 affects Apple OS X versions prior to 10.11.6.
Is CVE-2016-4596 related to any other vulnerabilities?
Yes, CVE-2016-4596 is a different vulnerability from CVE-2016-4597, CVE-2016-4600, and CVE-2016-4602.