CVE-2016-4693 Weak cryptography in n/a
Attackers can bypass cryptographic protections in Apple operating systems by exploiting the use of the weak 3DES cipher.
- 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-2016-4693?
CVE-2016-4693 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apple Iphone Os, published on 20 Feb 2017. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. iOS before 10.2 is affected. macOS before 10.12.2 is affected. watchOS before 3.1.3 is affected. The issue involves the "Security" component, which makes it easier for attackers to bypass cryptographic protection mechanisms by leveraging use of the 3DES cipher.
Weakness: CWE-326
Which versions are affected by CVE-2016-4693?
It affects 3 products.
Products include Apple Iphone Os, Apple Mac Os X, Apple Watchos.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4693?
No fix has been published for CVE-2016-4693 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2016-4693 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2016-4693 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Apple Iphone Os
Sources
Also known as GHSA-wq95-v39h-77g7.