Vulnerability Description
The filtering implementation in AppleEvents in Apple OS X before 10.11 mishandles attempts to send events to a different user, which allows attackers to bypass intended access restrictions by leveraging a screen-sharing connection.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.10.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Sep/msg00008.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033703Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://support.apple.com/HT205267Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Sep/msg00008.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033703Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://support.apple.com/HT205267Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-5849?
CVE-2015-5849 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). The filtering implementation in AppleEvents in Apple OS X before 10.11 mishandles attempts to send events to a different user, which allows attackers to bypass intended access restrictions by leveragi...
How severe is CVE-2015-5849?
CVE-2015-5849 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2015-5849?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X.