CVE-2016-7589: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Feb 20 2017(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.2 is affected. Safari before 10.0.2 is affected. iCloud before 6.1 is affected. iTunes before 12.5.4 is affected. watchOS before 3.1.3 is affected. The issue involves the "WebKit" component. It allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via a crafted web site.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| iStyle @cosme iPhone OS | <=10.1.1 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | <=10.0.1 | |
| Apple iCloud for Windows | <=6.0.1 | |
| Apple iTunes for Windows | <=12.5.3 | |
| Apple iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS | <=2.2.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7589?
CVE-2016-7589 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7589?
To fix CVE-2016-7589, update your affected Apple products to the latest versions available, including iOS 10.2 or later, Safari 10.0.2 or later, iCloud 6.1 or later, iTunes 12.5.4 or later, and watchOS 3.1.3 or later.
Which Apple products are affected by CVE-2016-7589?
CVE-2016-7589 affects iOS versions before 10.2, Safari versions before 10.0.2, iCloud versions before 6.1, iTunes versions before 12.5.4, and watchOS versions before 3.1.3.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-7589?
CVE-2016-7589 is a remote code execution vulnerability within the WebKit component of affected Apple products.
Can CVE-2016-7589 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-7589 can be exploited remotely by attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected devices.
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