CVE-2015-1103: Input Validation

Published Apr 10, 2015
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Updated

The kernel in Apple iOS before 8.3, Apple OS X before 10.10.3, and Apple TV before 7.2 makes routing changes in response to ICMPREDIRECT messages, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (network outage) or obtain sensitive packet-content information via a crafted ICMP packet.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Apple iPhone OS<=8.2
Apple tvOS<=7.1
Apple iOS and macOS<=10.10.2

Event History

Apr 10, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-1103?

CVE-2015-1103 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause network outages.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-1103?

To mitigate CVE-2015-1103, users should update their devices to iOS version 8.3, OS X version 10.10.3, or tvOS version 7.2 or later.

3

What types of devices are affected by CVE-2015-1103?

CVE-2015-1103 affects iPhones running iOS before 8.3, Mac computers with OS X before 10.10.3, and Apple TVs prior to version 7.2.

4

What attacks can be executed using CVE-2015-1103?

Exploiting CVE-2015-1103 allows attackers to cause denial of service conditions or gain access to sensitive packet content through crafted ICMP packets.

5

Is CVE-2015-1103 still a risk for current Apple devices?

CVE-2015-1103 is not a risk for devices running the patched versions that are currently supported by Apple.

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