Vulnerability Description
The Page Loading implementation in WebKit in Apple iOS before 9.3 and Safari before 9.1 mishandles HTTP responses with a 3xx (aka redirection) status code, which allows remote attackers to spoof the displayed URL, bypass the Same Origin Policy, and obtain sensitive cached information via a crafted web site.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
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-2016-1786?
CVE-2016-1786 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.4 (MEDIUM). The Page Loading implementation in WebKit in Apple iOS before 9.3 and Safari before 9.1 mishandles HTTP responses with a 3xx (aka redirection) status code, which allows remote attackers to spoof the d...
How severe is CVE-2016-1786?
CVE-2016-1786 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-1786?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Safari, Apple Iphone Os.