CVE-2016-4608: Buffer Overflow

Published Jul 22, 2016
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Updated

libxslt in Apple iOS before 9.3.3, OS X before 10.11.6, iTunes before 12.4.2 on Windows, iCloud before 5.2.1 on Windows, tvOS before 9.2.2, and watchOS before 2.2.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) or possibly have unspecified other impact via unknown vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2016-4607, CVE-2016-4609, CVE-2016-4610, and CVE-2016-4612.

Affected Software

9 affected components
Xmlsoft Libxslt<=1.1.28
Apple iPhone OS<9.3.3
Apple iOS and macOS<10.11.6
Apple tvOS<9.2.2
Apple WatchOS<2.2.2
Apple iCloud<5.2.1
Apple iTunes<12.4.2
Microsoft Windows
Fedoraproject Fedora=30

Event History

Jul 22, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-4608?

CVE-2016-4608 has a severity rating that indicates it can cause denial of service through memory corruption.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-4608?

To fix CVE-2016-4608, update to the latest version of the affected software listed in the vulnerability report.

3

Which systems are affected by CVE-2016-4608?

CVE-2016-4608 affects various Apple products including older versions of iOS, macOS, iTunes, iCloud, tvOS, and watchOS.

4

What types of attacks can CVE-2016-4608 facilitate?

CVE-2016-4608 can facilitate remote attacks that may lead to denial of service due to memory corruption.

5

When was CVE-2016-4608 disclosed?

CVE-2016-4608 was disclosed in July 2016.

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