7.5
CWE
20
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2016-7667: Input Validation

First published: Mon Feb 20 2017(Updated: )

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.2 is affected. macOS before 10.12.2 is affected. The issue involves the "CoreText" component. It allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted string.

Credit: product-security@apple.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
iPhone OS<=10.1.1
Apple iOS and macOS<=10.12.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-7667?

    CVE-2016-7667 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to denial of service on affected devices.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-7667?

    To fix CVE-2016-7667, update your iOS to version 10.2 or later and macOS to version 10.12.2 or later.

  • Which Apple products are affected by CVE-2016-7667?

    CVE-2016-7667 affects iOS versions before 10.2 and macOS versions before 10.12.2.

  • What component is involved in CVE-2016-7667?

    CVE-2016-7667 involves the CoreText component within the affected Apple products.

  • Can CVE-2016-7667 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2016-7667 can be exploited remotely through a crafted string.

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