CVE-2016-1777 Weak cryptography in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

Apple OS X Server supports the weak RC4 algorithm, allowing remote attackers to defeat cryptographic protections and bypass security mechanisms.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2016-1777?

CVE-2016-1777 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apple Mac Os X Server, published on 24 Mar 2016. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Web Server in Apple OS X Server before 5.1 supports the RC4 algorithm, which makes it easier for remote attackers to defeat cryptographic protection mechanisms via unspecified vectors.

Weakness: CWE-310

Which versions are affected by CVE-2016-1777?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Apple Mac Os X Server.

How do I fix CVE-2016-1777?

No fix has been published for CVE-2016-1777 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2016-1777 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2016-1777 in the wild and no public exploit code.

All Apple Mac Os X Server vulnerabilities

Sources

Also known as GHSA-xcwp-4r9f-392x.

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