CVE-2016-4655: Apple iOS Information Disclosure Vulnerability
First published: Thu Aug 25 2016(Updated: )
The kernel in Apple iOS before 9.3.5 allows attackers to obtain sensitive information from memory via a crafted app.
Credit: product-security@apple.com product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS and iPadOS | ||
| iPhone OS | <9.3.5 | |
| iPhone OS | =10.0 | |
| iPhone OS | <=9.3.4 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Aug/msg00000.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Sep/msg00005.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92651
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92965
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036694
- https://blog.lookout.com/blog/2016/08/25/trident-pegasus/
- https://support.apple.com/HT207107
- https://support.apple.com/HT207145
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/44836/
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2016-4655
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-4655?
CVE-2016-4655 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to expose sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4655?
To fix CVE-2016-4655, update your iOS device to version 9.3.5 or later.
What versions of iOS are affected by CVE-2016-4655?
CVE-2016-4655 affects all versions of Apple iOS prior to 9.3.5 and includes iOS 10.0.
What type of attack does CVE-2016-4655 enable?
CVE-2016-4655 allows attackers to obtain sensitive information from memory through a crafted application.
Is CVE-2016-4655 specific to any Apple devices?
CVE-2016-4655 can affect any Apple device running vulnerable versions of iOS, including iPhones and iPads.
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