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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2016-4606
CVE-2016-4606:
cURL vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
CVE-2016-4606 affects Curl before version 7.49.1 in Apple OS X before macOS Sierra (prior to 10.12). The vulnerability allows remote or local attackers to execute arbitrary code, gain sensitive information, cause denial-of-service conditions, bypass security restrictions, and perform unauthorized actions (MITRE, NVD).
Technical details
The vulnerability was discovered in curl library implementations specifically on Apple OS X systems. The issue was addressed by updating curl to version 7.49.1 as part of the macOS Sierra 10.12 release (Apple Security).
Impact
The vulnerability has multiple potential impacts including arbitrary code execution, sensitive information disclosure, denial-of-service conditions, security restriction bypasses, and unauthorized actions. These impacts could potentially aid attackers in conducting further attacks (MITRE).
Mitigation and workarounds
The vulnerability was patched by Apple in macOS Sierra 10.12. Users should upgrade to curl version 7.49.1 or later, or update to macOS Sierra 10.12 or later versions to mitigate this vulnerability (Apple Security).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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