CVE-2016-4651: XSS
First published: Fri Jul 22 2016(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the WebKit JavaScript bindings in Apple iOS before 9.3.3 and Safari before 9.1.2 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted HTTP/0.9 response, related to a "cross-protocol cross-site scripting (XPXSS)" vulnerability.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| iStyle @cosme iPhone OS | <=9.3.2 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | <=9.1.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Jul/msg00001.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Jul/msg00004.html
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/138502/WebKitGTK-SOP-Bypass-Information-Disclosure.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/539295/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91835
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036343
- https://support.apple.com/HT206900
- https://support.apple.com/HT206902
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-4651?
CVE-2016-4651 is classified as a medium-severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4651?
To address CVE-2016-4651, users should update their Apple iOS devices to version 9.3.3 or later and Safari to 9.1.2 or later.
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2016-4651?
CVE-2016-4651 affects Apple iPhone OS versions up to 9.3.2 and Safari versions up to 9.1.1.
What kind of attack is possible with CVE-2016-4651?
CVE-2016-4651 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML through crafted HTTP/0.9 responses, enabling cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-4651?
There are no documented workarounds for CVE-2016-4651 other than upgrading to the patched versions of iOS and Safari.
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