Vulnerability Description
The "Clear History and Website Data" feature in Apple Safari before 9.1.1, as used in iOS before 9.3.2 and other products, mishandles the deletion of browsing history, which might allow local users to obtain sensitive information by leveraging read access to a Safari directory.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Safari | <= 9.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | <= 9.3.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/May/msg00002.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/May/msg00005.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035888
- https://support.apple.com/HT206565Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT206568Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/May/msg00002.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/May/msg00005.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035888
- https://support.apple.com/HT206565Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT206568Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-1849?
CVE-2016-1849 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 3.3 (LOW). The "Clear History and Website Data" feature in Apple Safari before 9.1.1, as used in iOS before 9.3.2 and other products, mishandles the deletion of browsing history, which might allow local users to...
How severe is CVE-2016-1849?
CVE-2016-1849 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-2016-1849?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Safari, Apple Iphone Os.