CVE-2016-7630 Security feature bypass in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

Attackers can bypass sandbox protection mechanisms in the iOS WebSheet component, potentially escaping restricted execution environments.

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-2016-7630?

CVE-2016-7630 is a critical 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. The issue involves the "WebSheet" component, which allows attackers to bypass a sandbox protection mechanism via unspecified vectors.

Weakness: CWE-254

Which versions are affected by CVE-2016-7630?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Apple Iphone Os.

How do I fix CVE-2016-7630?

No fix has been published for CVE-2016-7630 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2016-7630 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2016-7630 in the wild and no public exploit code.

All Apple Iphone Os vulnerabilities

Sources

Also known as GHSA-cwcj-wgx7-4875.

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