CVE-2016-7596 Memory corruption in n/a

High 8.8 Published 20 Feb 2017 Updated 6 Aug 2024

Attackers can execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service via a crafted app exploiting a Bluetooth memory corruption flaw in macOS.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: A user has to click or open something
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2016-7596?

CVE-2016-7596 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in Apple Mac Os X, published on 20 Feb 2017. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

An issue was discovered in certain Apple products. macOS before 10.12.2 is affected. The issue involves the "Bluetooth" component. It allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted app.

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2016-7596?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Apple Mac Os X.

How do I fix CVE-2016-7596?

No fix has been published for CVE-2016-7596 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2016-7596 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2016-7596 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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Sources

Also known as GHSA-phqr-7hv6-pf63.