CVE-2016-4646 describes an out-of-bounds read vulnerability in Apple OS X before version 10.11.6, stemming from improper handling of a size value in audio processing. This flaw allows remote attackers to potentially obtain sensitive information or cause a denial of service by enticing a user to open a specially crafted audio file. Rated Medium severity (CVSS 6.5), it requires user interaction and network access for exploitation, but does not impact data integrity. There is no evidence of active exploitation, publicly available exploit code, or significant community discussion surrounding this vulnerability.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
<= 10.11.5CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.0
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
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