Vulnerability Description
The Keyboards component in Apple iOS before 10 does not properly use a cache for auto-correct suggestions, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information in opportunistic circumstances by leveraging an unintended correction.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | <= 9.3.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Sep/msg00002.htmlMailing ListVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Sep/msg00008.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92932
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036797
- https://support.apple.com/HT207143Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Sep/msg00002.htmlMailing ListVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Sep/msg00008.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92932
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036797
- https://support.apple.com/HT207143Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-4746?
CVE-2016-4746 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.3 (MEDIUM). The Keyboards component in Apple iOS before 10 does not properly use a cache for auto-correct suggestions, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information in opportunistic circumstances ...
How severe is CVE-2016-4746?
CVE-2016-4746 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-4746?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Iphone Os.