CVE-2016-4642: Medium severity apple tv vulnerability
In iOS before 9.3.3, tvOS before 9.2.2, and OS X El Capitan before v10.11.6 and Security Update 2016-004, proxy authentication incorrectly reported HTTP proxies received credentials securely. This issue was addressed through improved warnings.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-4642?
CVE-2016-4642 is a vulnerability that affects iOS, tvOS, and OS X El Capitan before v10.11.6.
How does CVE-2016-4642 impact Apple devices?
CVE-2016-4642 allows proxy authentication to incorrectly report HTTP proxies received credentials securely, which may lead to unauthorized access.
What is the severity of CVE-2016-4642?
CVE-2016-4642 has a severity rating of 5.9 (medium).
How do I fix CVE-2016-4642?
To fix CVE-2016-4642, update to iOS 9.3.3, tvOS 9.2.2, or OS X El Capitan v10.11.6 or later.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2016-4642?
You can find more information about CVE-2016-4642 on the Apple Support website: [link](https://support.apple.com/HT206902), [link](https://support.apple.com/HT206903), [link](https://support.apple.com/HT206905).