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CVE-2016-1853: Tcl in Apple OS X before 10.11.5 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by leveraging SSLv...

Tcl in Apple OS X before 10.11.5 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by leveraging SSLv2 support.

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This CVE affects Apple OS X systems before 10.11.5 where the Tcl component supported SSLv2. An attacker could use that legacy protocol support to obtain sensitive information. The available sources do not describe active exploitation, impacted applications, or detailed attack prerequisites. Exposure is most likely on legacy Mac systems running OS X before 10.11.5, especially where Tcl-based software handles SSL/TLS connections. Current macOS fleets are unlikely to be affected unless old systems remain in service. Treat this as a legacy-platform cleanup issue. It matters where old Macs process sensitive data or network traffic, but the bundle does not show active exploitation or broad emergency conditions. Mitigation focus: Upgrade affected OS X systems to 10.11.5 or later.; Review Apple HT206567 and APPLE-SA-2016-05-16-4 guidance.; Inventory and retire unsupported pre-10.11.5 OS X hosts..

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