CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2016-4713: Infoleak

First published: Sun Sep 25 2016(Updated: )

CoreDisplay in Apple OS X before 10.12 allows attackers to view arbitrary users' screens by leveraging screen-sharing access.

Credit: product-security@apple.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple iOS and macOS<=10.11.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-4713?

    CVE-2016-4713 has been rated as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized screen access.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-4713?

    To fix CVE-2016-4713, update your macOS to version 10.12 or later.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2016-4713?

    CVE-2016-4713 affects users of Apple OS X versions prior to 10.12.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-4713?

    CVE-2016-4713 is a security vulnerability related to improper access controls in screen-sharing features.

  • Can CVE-2016-4713 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2016-4713 can be exploited remotely by attackers who gain access to screen-sharing functionality.

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