CVE-2016-1793 is a NULL pointer dereference vulnerability in AppleGraphicsDeviceControlClient affecting Apple OS X before version 10.11.5. This flaw allows a local attacker, via a crafted application, to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges or trigger a denial of service. With a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH), it presents a significant risk due to its low attack complexity and potential for complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While there is no evidence of active exploitation or Metasploit/Nuclei modules, an ExploitDB entry (EDB-39923) confirms the existence of public exploit code, despite minimal community discussion or media coverage.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
<= 10.11.4CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.0
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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