Vulnerability Description
GasGauge in Apple iOS before 9.1 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted app.
CVSS Score
9.3
HIGH
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | <= 9.0.2 |
| Apple | Watchos | <= 2.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Dec/msg00002.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Oct/msg00002.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/77268
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033929
- https://support.apple.com/HT205370Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT205641
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Dec/msg00002.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Oct/msg00002.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/77268
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033929
- https://support.apple.com/HT205370Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT205641
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-6979?
CVE-2015-6979 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). GasGauge in Apple iOS before 9.1 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted app.
How severe is CVE-2015-6979?
CVE-2015-6979 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2015-6979?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Iphone Os, Apple Watchos.