CVE-2016-4606

Description

Curl before 7.49.1 in Apple OS X before macOS Sierra prior to 10.12 allows remote or local attackers to execute arbitrary code, gain sensitive information, cause denial-of-service conditions, bypass security restrictions, and perform unauthorized actions. This may aid in other attacks.

9.8

CVSS

Severity: Critical

CVSS 3.1 •

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 0.22%

Third-Party Advisory securityfocus.com Third-Party Advisory securitytracker.com Third-Party Advisory apple.com

Affected: n/a curl

References

Link	Tags
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036858	vdb entry third party advisory
https://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Sep/msg00006.html	third party advisory mailing list
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93055	vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-4606?: CVE-2016-4606 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2016-4606?: To fix CVE-2016-4606, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2016-4606 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2016-4606 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2016-4606?: CVE-2016-4606 affects n/a curl.

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