Vulnerability Description
The XSS auditor in WebKit, as used in Apple iOS before 9.3 and Safari before 9.1, does not properly handle redirects in block mode, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via a crafted URL.
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/bid/91358
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036344
- 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/bid/91358
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036344
- https://support.apple.com/HT206166Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT206171Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-1864?
CVE-2016-1864 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The XSS auditor in WebKit, as used in Apple iOS before 9.3 and Safari before 9.1, does not properly handle redirects in block mode, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via a ...
How severe is CVE-2016-1864?
CVE-2016-1864 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-1864?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Safari, Apple Iphone Os.