Vulnerability identifier: #VU1072

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 5.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2016-4680

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Apple iOS
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor: Apple Inc.

Description
The vulnerability allows a remote authenticated user to obtain potentially sensitive information on the target system.
The weakness exists due to improper input validation. A specially crafted application lets attackers access kernel memory.
Successfull exploitation of the vulnerability results in disclosure of important data on the vulnerable system.

Mitigation
Update to version 10.1.

Vulnerable software versions

Apple iOS: 10.0.0 - 10.0.1, 9.3.0 - 9.3.5, 9.1.0, 9.0.0 - 9.0.2

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External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT207271

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.