CVE-2016-4655

What it is

The kernel in Apple iOS before 9.3.5 allows attackers to obtain sensitive information from memory via a crafted app.

At a glance

Exploitability

Can be exploited locally on the machine without logging in, but needs a user to act. High risk of data exposure.

In the wild

CISA lists this as exploited in real attacks. Treat as urgent.

Fix

A patch, advisory or fixed version is referenced. Upgrade or apply it.

Timeline

1. 2016-05-11 00:00 UTC ReservedThe CVE id was reserved by its CNA
2. 2016-08-25 21:59 UTC PublishedDisclosed publicly on CVE.org and NVD
3. 2022-05-24 Exploited in the wildAdded to CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list
4. 2022-06-14 Remediation deadlineCISA's due date for federal agencies to fix it
5. 2026-06-17 00:47 UTC Last updatedMost recent change to the record

Why it ranks here

• Exploited in the wild: yes, CISA lists it. This puts it above everything that is not.
• Exploit odds: 33.4% in the next 30 days (EPSS).
• Severity: 5.5 MEDIUM (CVSS).
• Fix: a patch or advisory is linked.

Details

Published

2016-08-25 21:59 UTC

Last modified

2026-06-17 00:47 UTC

Added to CISA KEV

2022-05-24

Exploit probability

33.4% · EPSS, next 30 days

Record status

Analyzed

Affected

• Apple Iphone Os < 9.3.5
• Apple Iphone Os 10.0

Attack profile CVSS 3.1 · 5.5

Attack vector

Local

Complexity

Low

Privileges needed

None

User interaction

Required

Scope

Unchanged

Confidentiality

High

Integrity

None

Availability

None

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