CVE-2016-4702: Buffer Overflow
First published: Sun Sep 25 2016(Updated: )
Audio in Apple iOS before 10, OS X before 10.12, tvOS before 10, and watchOS before 3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via unspecified vectors.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| iStyle @cosme iPhone OS | <10.0 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | <10.12.0 | |
| tvOS | <10.0 | |
| Apple iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS | <3.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Sep/msg00006.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Sep/msg00008.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Sep/msg00010.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Sep/msg00011.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93054
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036858
- https://support.apple.com/HT207141
- https://support.apple.com/HT207142
- https://support.apple.com/HT207143
- https://support.apple.com/HT207170
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-4702?
CVE-2016-4702 has been classified with a severity that allows potential remote code execution or denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4702?
To fix CVE-2016-4702, you should update your affected Apple devices to the latest supported versions of iOS, macOS, tvOS, or watchOS.
What versions of software are affected by CVE-2016-4702?
CVE-2016-4702 affects Apple iOS versions before 10, OS X versions before 10.12, tvOS versions before 10, and watchOS versions before 3.
What types of attacks does CVE-2016-4702 enable?
CVE-2016-4702 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a memory corruption denial of service.
Can CVE-2016-4702 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-4702 can be exploited remotely, making it critical for users to apply security updates.
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