Vulnerability Description
WebKit in Apple iOS before 9.3 and Safari before 9.1 allows remote attackers to bypass the Same Origin Policy and obtain physical-location data via a crafted geolocation request.
CVSS Score
6.5
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Safari | <= 9.0.3 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | <= 9.2.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Mar/msg00000.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Mar/msg00005.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/537948/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035353
- https://support.apple.com/HT206166Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT206171Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Mar/msg00000.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Mar/msg00005.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/537948/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035353
- https://support.apple.com/HT206166Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT206171Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-1779?
CVE-2016-1779 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). WebKit in Apple iOS before 9.3 and Safari before 9.1 allows remote attackers to bypass the Same Origin Policy and obtain physical-location data via a crafted geolocation request.
How severe is CVE-2016-1779?
CVE-2016-1779 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-1779?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Safari, Apple Iphone Os.