Vulnerability Description
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.2 is affected. watchOS before 3.1.1 is affected. The issue involves the "Accounts" component, which allows local users to bypass intended authorization restrictions by leveraging the mishandling of an app uninstall.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | <= 10.1.1 |
| Apple | Watchos | <= 2.2.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94851Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037429
- https://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Dec/msg00001.htmlMailing ListVendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207422Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207487Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94851Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037429
- https://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Dec/msg00001.htmlMailing ListVendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207422Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT207487Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-7651?
CVE-2016-7651 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.3 (MEDIUM). An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.2 is affected. watchOS before 3.1.1 is affected. The issue involves the "Accounts" component, which allows local users to bypass intend...
How severe is CVE-2016-7651?
CVE-2016-7651 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-2016-7651?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Iphone Os, Apple Watchos.