What is the severity of CVE-2015-1107?

CVE-2015-1107 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized access through passcode guesswork.

How do I fix CVE-2015-1107?

To fix CVE-2015-1107, it is recommended to update your iOS device to version 8.3 or later.

What does CVE-2015-1107 affect?

CVE-2015-1107 affects Apple iOS versions prior to 8.3 on iPhone and other compatible devices.

Who is impacted by CVE-2015-1107?

Users with iOS devices running versions earlier than 8.3 are impacted by CVE-2015-1107.

What is the nature of CVE-2015-1107 vulnerability?

CVE-2015-1107 involves improper implementation of the lock screen erasure feature, allowing attackers to guess passcodes more easily.

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CVE-2015-1107

low

1.9

10/4/2015

6/8/2024

CVE-2015-1107

First published: Fri Apr 10 2015(Updated: )

The Lock Screen component in Apple iOS before 8.3 does not properly implement the erasure feature for incorrect passcode-authentication attempts, which makes it easier for physically proximate attackers to obtain access by making many passcode guesses.

Credit: product-security@apple.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Apple iPhone OS	<=8.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-1107?
CVE-2015-1107 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized access through passcode guesswork.
How do I fix CVE-2015-1107?
To fix CVE-2015-1107, it is recommended to update your iOS device to version 8.3 or later.
What does CVE-2015-1107 affect?
CVE-2015-1107 affects Apple iOS versions prior to 8.3 on iPhone and other compatible devices.
Who is impacted by CVE-2015-1107?
Users with iOS devices running versions earlier than 8.3 are impacted by CVE-2015-1107.
What is the nature of CVE-2015-1107 vulnerability?
CVE-2015-1107 involves improper implementation of the lock screen erasure feature, allowing attackers to guess passcodes more easily.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-1107?
CVE-2015-1107 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized access through passcode guesswork.
How do I fix CVE-2015-1107?
To fix CVE-2015-1107, it is recommended to update your iOS device to version 8.3 or later.
What does CVE-2015-1107 affect?
CVE-2015-1107 affects Apple iOS versions prior to 8.3 on iPhone and other compatible devices.
Who is impacted by CVE-2015-1107?
Users with iOS devices running versions earlier than 8.3 are impacted by CVE-2015-1107.
What is the nature of CVE-2015-1107 vulnerability?
CVE-2015-1107 involves improper implementation of the lock screen erasure feature, allowing attackers to guess passcodes more easily.