Vulnerability Description
Apple Type Services (ATS) in Apple OS X before 10.11.5 allows attackers to obtain sensitive kernel memory-layout information or cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds memory access) via a crafted app.
CVSS Score
3.3
LOW
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.11.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/May/msg00004.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/90696
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035895
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-361
- https://support.apple.com/HT206567Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/May/msg00004.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/90696
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035895
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-361
- https://support.apple.com/HT206567Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-1796?
CVE-2016-1796 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 3.3 (LOW). Apple Type Services (ATS) in Apple OS X before 10.11.5 allows attackers to obtain sensitive kernel memory-layout information or cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds memory access) via a crafted ap...
How severe is CVE-2016-1796?
CVE-2016-1796 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 3.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-1796?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X.