CVE-2016-7613: High severity Apple iPhone OS vulnerability
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.1 is affected. macOS before 10.12.1 is affected. tvOS before 10.0.1 is affected. watchOS before 3.1 is affected. The issue involves the "Kernel" component. It allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context via a crafted app that leverages object-lifetime mishandling during process spawning.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7613?
CVE-2016-7613 has been rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution in privileged contexts.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7613?
To mitigate CVE-2016-7613, update your affected Apple devices to the latest versions of iOS, macOS, tvOS, or watchOS.
Which Apple products are affected by CVE-2016-7613?
CVE-2016-7613 affects devices running iOS before 10.1, macOS before 10.12.1, tvOS before 10.0.1, and watchOS before 3.1.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-7613?
CVE-2016-7613 is a kernel vulnerability that can be exploited to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context.
Can CVE-2016-7613 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-7613 can potentially be exploited remotely if the device is targeted by an attacker.