What is the severity of CVE-2016-4625?

CVE-2016-4625 is classified as a local privilege escalation vulnerability.

How do I fix CVE-2016-4625?

To mitigate CVE-2016-4625, upgrade to Apple's OS X version 10.11.6 or later.

What systems are affected by CVE-2016-4625?

CVE-2016-4625 affects Apple OS X versions prior to 10.11.6, specifically up to 10.11.5.

Who can exploit CVE-2016-4625?

Local users with access to a vulnerable system can exploit CVE-2016-4625.

What causes CVE-2016-4625?

CVE-2016-4625 is caused by a use-after-free vulnerability in the IOSurface component of Apple OS X.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2016-4625

high

7.8

CWE

416

22/7/2016

6/8/2024

CVE-2016-4625: Use After Free

First published: Fri Jul 22 2016(Updated: )

Use-after-free vulnerability in IOSurface in Apple OS X before 10.11.6 allows local users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors.

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-2016-4625?
CVE-2016-4625 is classified as a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4625?
To mitigate CVE-2016-4625, upgrade to Apple's OS X version 10.11.6 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2016-4625?
CVE-2016-4625 affects Apple OS X versions prior to 10.11.6, specifically up to 10.11.5.
Who can exploit CVE-2016-4625?
Local users with access to a vulnerable system can exploit CVE-2016-4625.
What causes CVE-2016-4625?
CVE-2016-4625 is caused by a use-after-free vulnerability in the IOSurface component of Apple OS X.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-4625?
CVE-2016-4625 is classified as a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4625?
To mitigate CVE-2016-4625, upgrade to Apple's OS X version 10.11.6 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2016-4625?
CVE-2016-4625 affects Apple OS X versions prior to 10.11.6, specifically up to 10.11.5.
Who can exploit CVE-2016-4625?
Local users with access to a vulnerable system can exploit CVE-2016-4625.
What causes CVE-2016-4625?
CVE-2016-4625 is caused by a use-after-free vulnerability in the IOSurface component of Apple OS X.