Vulnerability Description
Kaspersky Safe Browser iOS before 1.7.0 does not verify X.509 certificates from SSL servers, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to obtain sensitive information via a crafted certificate.
CVSS Score
5.9
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Kaspersky | Safe Browser | <= 1.6.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Aug/30Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.info-sec.ca/advisories/Kaspersky-Safe-Browser.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/539071/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92200
- https://support.kaspersky.com/vulnerability.aspx?el=12430#280716Third Party Advisory
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Aug/30Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.info-sec.ca/advisories/Kaspersky-Safe-Browser.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/539071/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92200
- https://support.kaspersky.com/vulnerability.aspx?el=12430#280716Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-6231?
CVE-2016-6231 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.9 (MEDIUM). Kaspersky Safe Browser iOS before 1.7.0 does not verify X.509 certificates from SSL servers, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to obtain sensitive information via a crafted certificate.
How severe is CVE-2016-6231?
CVE-2016-6231 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-6231?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Kaspersky Safe Browser.