CVE-2016-4664: Infoleak
First published: Mon Feb 20 2017(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.1 is affected. tvOS before 10.0.1 is affected. watchOS before 3.1 is affected. The issue involves the "Sandbox Profiles" component, which allows attackers to read photo-directory metadata via a crafted app.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| iStyle @cosme iPhone OS | <=10.0.3 | |
| tvOS | <=10.0 | |
| Apple iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS | <=2.2.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-4664?
CVE-2016-4664 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability impacting certain Apple products.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4664?
To fix CVE-2016-4664, update your Apple device to the latest version of iOS, tvOS, or watchOS that is available.
What products are affected by CVE-2016-4664?
CVE-2016-4664 affects iOS versions prior to 10.1, tvOS versions prior to 10.0.1, and watchOS versions prior to 3.1.
What type of attack does CVE-2016-4664 allow?
CVE-2016-4664 allows attackers to read photo-directory metadata via a crafted app due to a vulnerability in the Sandbox Profiles component.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-4664?
There are no known workarounds for CVE-2016-4664; the recommended action is to update the affected software.
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