CVE-2016-7645: Buffer Overflow
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. 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7645?
CVE-2016-7645 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7645?
To fix CVE-2016-7645, users should update their affected Apple products to the latest version provided by Apple.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2016-7645?
CVE-2016-7645 affects iOS versions before 10.2, Safari versions before 10.0.2, iCloud versions before 6.1, and iTunes versions before 12.5.4.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2016-7645?
CVE-2016-7645 can be exploited by attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-7645?
There is no specific workaround for CVE-2016-7645; the primary defense is to apply the necessary updates to affected software.