Vulnerability Description
Untrusted search path vulnerability in the installer in Apple iTunes before 12.4 allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse DLL in the current working directory.
CVSS Score
7.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Itunes | <= 12.3.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/May/msg00006.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035887
- https://support.apple.com/HT206379Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/May/msg00006.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035887
- https://support.apple.com/HT206379Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-1742?
CVE-2016-1742 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Untrusted search path vulnerability in the installer in Apple iTunes before 12.4 allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse DLL in the current working directory.
How severe is CVE-2016-1742?
CVE-2016-1742 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-1742?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Itunes.