What is the severity of CVE-2016-4657?

CVE-2016-4657 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2016-4657?

To fix CVE-2016-4657, update affected Apple iOS devices to the latest version of iOS beyond 9.3.5.

What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2016-4657?

Exploiting CVE-2016-4657 can lead to remote code execution or denial-of-service (DoS) conditions on the affected device.

Which devices are affected by CVE-2016-4657?

CVE-2016-4657 affects Apple iOS devices running versions up to 9.3.4 and less than 9.3.5.

What causes CVE-2016-4657?

CVE-2016-4657 is caused by a memory corruption vulnerability in Apple iOS WebKit that can be triggered by a crafted website.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2016-4657

Exploited

high

8.8

CWE

119 787

25/8/2016

29/1/2025

CVE-2016-4657: Apple iOS Webkit Memory Corruption Vulnerability

First published: Thu Aug 25 2016(Updated: )

Apple iOS WebKit contains a memory corruption vulnerability that allows attackers to execute remote code or cause a denial-of-service (DoS) via a crafted web site. This vulnerability could impact HTML parsers that use WebKit, including but not limited to Apple Safari and non-Apple products which rely on WebKit for HTML processing.

Credit: product-security@apple.com product-security@apple.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Apple iPhone OS	<=9.3.4
Apple iOS
Apple iPhone OS	<9.3.5
	<9.3.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-4657?
CVE-2016-4657 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4657?
To fix CVE-2016-4657, update affected Apple iOS devices to the latest version of iOS beyond 9.3.5.
What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2016-4657?
Exploiting CVE-2016-4657 can lead to remote code execution or denial-of-service (DoS) conditions on the affected device.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2016-4657?
CVE-2016-4657 affects Apple iOS devices running versions up to 9.3.4 and less than 9.3.5.
What causes CVE-2016-4657?
CVE-2016-4657 is caused by a memory corruption vulnerability in Apple iOS WebKit that can be triggered by a crafted website.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-4657?
CVE-2016-4657 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4657?
To fix CVE-2016-4657, update affected Apple iOS devices to the latest version of iOS beyond 9.3.5.
What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2016-4657?
Exploiting CVE-2016-4657 can lead to remote code execution or denial-of-service (DoS) conditions on the affected device.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2016-4657?
CVE-2016-4657 affects Apple iOS devices running versions up to 9.3.4 and less than 9.3.5.
What causes CVE-2016-4657?
CVE-2016-4657 is caused by a memory corruption vulnerability in Apple iOS WebKit that can be triggered by a crafted website.