CVE-2016-4689
First published: Mon Feb 20 2017(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.2 is affected. The issue involves the "Mail" component, which does not alert the user to an S/MIME email signature that used a revoked certificate.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone OS | <=10.1.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-4689?
CVE-2016-4689 is a medium severity vulnerability in iOS that affects the Mail component.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4689?
To fix CVE-2016-4689, update your iOS device to version 10.2 or later.
Which versions of iOS are affected by CVE-2016-4689?
CVE-2016-4689 affects iOS versions prior to 10.2.
What is the impact of CVE-2016-4689?
The impact of CVE-2016-4689 is that users are not alerted when receiving an S/MIME email using a revoked certificate.
Is my Apple device vulnerable to CVE-2016-4689?
If your Apple device is running iOS version 10.1.1 or earlier, it is vulnerable to CVE-2016-4689.
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