What is the severity of CVE-2016-4693?

CVE-2016-4693 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to bypass cryptographic protections.

How do I fix CVE-2016-4693?

To fix CVE-2016-4693, update your iOS to version 10.2, macOS to 10.12.2, or watchOS to 3.1.3 or later.

Which Apple products are affected by CVE-2016-4693?

CVE-2016-4693 affects iOS versions before 10.2, macOS versions before 10.12.2, and watchOS versions before 3.1.3.

What component is involved in CVE-2016-4693?

CVE-2016-4693 involves the security component that can be exploited to bypass cryptographic protection mechanisms.

Are there any known exploits for CVE-2016-4693?

Yes, CVE-2016-4693 has known exploits that make it easier for attackers to exploit the vulnerability.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2016-4693

high

7.5

CWE

326

20/2/2017

6/8/2024

CVE-2016-4693: Weak Encryption

First published: Mon Feb 20 2017(Updated: )

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.2 is affected. macOS before 10.12.2 is affected. watchOS before 3.1.3 is affected. The issue involves the "Security" component, which makes it easier for attackers to bypass cryptographic protection mechanisms by leveraging use of the 3DES cipher.

Credit: product-security@apple.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Apple iPhone OS	<=10.1.1
macOS Yosemite	<=10.12.1
watchOS	<=2.2.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-4693?
CVE-2016-4693 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to bypass cryptographic protections.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4693?
To fix CVE-2016-4693, update your iOS to version 10.2, macOS to 10.12.2, or watchOS to 3.1.3 or later.
Which Apple products are affected by CVE-2016-4693?
CVE-2016-4693 affects iOS versions before 10.2, macOS versions before 10.12.2, and watchOS versions before 3.1.3.
What component is involved in CVE-2016-4693?
CVE-2016-4693 involves the security component that can be exploited to bypass cryptographic protection mechanisms.
Are there any known exploits for CVE-2016-4693?
Yes, CVE-2016-4693 has known exploits that make it easier for attackers to exploit the vulnerability.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-4693?
CVE-2016-4693 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to bypass cryptographic protections.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4693?
To fix CVE-2016-4693, update your iOS to version 10.2, macOS to 10.12.2, or watchOS to 3.1.3 or later.
Which Apple products are affected by CVE-2016-4693?
CVE-2016-4693 affects iOS versions before 10.2, macOS versions before 10.12.2, and watchOS versions before 3.1.3.
What component is involved in CVE-2016-4693?
CVE-2016-4693 involves the security component that can be exploited to bypass cryptographic protection mechanisms.
Are there any known exploits for CVE-2016-4693?
Yes, CVE-2016-4693 has known exploits that make it easier for attackers to exploit the vulnerability.