Vulnerability Description
The Accelerate Framework component in Apple iOS before 9.1 and OS X before 10.11.1, when multi-threading is enabled, omits certain validation and locking steps, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web site.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | <= 9.0.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.11.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Oct/msg00002.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Oct/msg00005.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/77263
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033929
- https://support.apple.com/HT205370Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT205375Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Oct/msg00002.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Oct/msg00005.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/77263
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033929
- https://support.apple.com/HT205370Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT205375Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-5940?
CVE-2015-5940 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). The Accelerate Framework component in Apple iOS before 9.1 and OS X before 10.11.1, when multi-threading is enabled, omits certain validation and locking steps, which allows remote attackers to execut...
How severe is CVE-2015-5940?
CVE-2015-5940 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-2015-5940?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Iphone Os, Apple Mac Os X.