FKIE_CVE-2016-4590
Vulnerability from fkie_nvd - Published: 2016-07-22 02:59 - Updated: 2026-06-17 00:47
Severity
Summary
WebKit in Apple iOS before 9.3.3 and Safari before 9.1.2 mishandles about: URLs, which allows remote attackers to bypass the Same Origin Policy via a crafted web site.
References
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