CVE-2016-4637
HighSummary
CoreGraphics in Apple iOS before 9.3.3, OS X before 10.11.6, tvOS before 9.2.2, and watchOS before 2.2.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted BMP image.
Risk Assessment
This vulnerability could lead to serious consequences, such as remote control over the system or disruption of its operation, posing a security threat to the organization.
Recommendation
It is recommended to update systems to the latest versions to eliminate this vulnerability and to monitor any suspicious activities related to BMP image processing.
Other vulnerabilities in CoreGraphics
See all- CVE-2017-2444High
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products, including iOS before 10.3, Safari before 10.1, tvOS before 10.2, and watchOS before 3.2, involving the 'CoreGraphics' component. It allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service via a crafted web site.
- CVE-2016-4673High
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products related to the 'CoreGraphics' component. iOS versions before 10.1, macOS before 10.12.1, tvOS before 10.0.1, and watchOS before 3.1 are vulnerable to attacks that can lead to arbitrary code execution or application crashes.
Original NVD description (English source)
CoreGraphics in Apple iOS before 9.3.3, OS X before 10.11.6, tvOS before 9.2.2, and watchOS before 2.2.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted BMP image.