Vulnerability Description
The AppleGraphicsControlClient::checkArguments method in AppleGraphicsControl in Apple OS X before 10.11.5 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context or cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference) via a crafted app.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.11.4 |
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/May/msg00004.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/137402/OS-X-AppleMuxControl.kext-NULL-Point
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/90696
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035895
- https://bugs.chromium.org/p/project-zero/issues/detail?id=783
- https://support.apple.com/HT206567Vendor Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39922/Exploit
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/May/msg00004.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/137402/OS-X-AppleMuxControl.kext-NULL-Point
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/90696
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035895
- https://bugs.chromium.org/p/project-zero/issues/detail?id=783
- https://support.apple.com/HT206567Vendor Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39922/Exploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-1794?
CVE-2016-1794 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). The AppleGraphicsControlClient::checkArguments method in AppleGraphicsControl in Apple OS X before 10.11.5 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context or cause a denial of servi...
How severe is CVE-2016-1794?
CVE-2016-1794 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-2016-1794?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X.