SB2016102613 - Arbitrary code execution in Apple iOS
Published: October 26, 2016
Security Bulletin ID
SB2016102613
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Arbitrary code execution (CVE-ID: CVE-2016-4673)
The vulnerability allows a remote authenticated user to execute arbitrary code on the target system.The weakness is due to improper memory handling. By persuading the victim to view a specially crafted JPEG file, attackers can cause execute arbitrary code.
Successfull exploitation of the vulnerability leads to arbitrary code excution on the vulnerable system.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.