Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2016-1812 is a buffer overflow in Apple OS X's Intel Graphics Driver. On OS X versions before 10.11.5, a malicious app could run code with elevated privileges. This matters mainly for legacy Macs that have not received the Apple security update. Exposure is most likely on unmanaged or legacy Apple OS X systems older than 10.11.5. The provided CVE data does not enumerate affected hardware models or package versions beyond OS X before 10.11.5. Prioritize remediation if legacy OS X systems remain in production or handle sensitive data. Fully updated fleets have low urgency for this specific CVE, but unsupported Macs should be treated as operational risk. Mitigation focus: Update affected OS X systems to 10.11.5 or later where supported.; Apply the relevant Apple security update referenced by HT206567.; Retire or isolate systems that cannot receive Apple security updates..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://support.apple.com/HT206567CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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