CVE-2016-7607: Infoleak

Published Feb 20, 2017
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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 "Kernel" component, which allows attackers to obtain sensitive information from kernel memory via a crafted app.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Apple iPhone OS<=10.1.1
Apple iOS and macOS<=10.12.1
Apple WatchOS<=2.2.2

Event History

Feb 20, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:35 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:35 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:59 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-7607?

CVE-2016-7607 is rated as a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for exposing sensitive information from kernel memory.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-7607?

To fix CVE-2016-7607, you should update your affected Apple devices to the latest versions of iOS, macOS, or watchOS.

3

What products are affected by CVE-2016-7607?

CVE-2016-7607 affects certain Apple products including iOS versions before 10.2, macOS versions before 10.12.2, and watchOS versions before 3.1.3.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-7607?

CVE-2016-7607 is a memory exposure vulnerability that allows attackers to retrieve sensitive information from the kernel.

5

Can CVE-2016-7607 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2016-7607 requires local access or execution of a crafted application, meaning it is not an externally exploitable vulnerability.

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