What is the severity of CVE-2015-1108?

CVE-2015-1108 is classified as moderate severity due to its potential for unauthorized access through brute-force attacks on passcodes.

How do I fix CVE-2015-1108?

To mitigate CVE-2015-1108, update your Apple iOS device to version 8.3 or later, which addresses this vulnerability.

What versions of iOS are affected by CVE-2015-1108?

CVE-2015-1108 affects Apple iOS versions prior to 8.3, including all versions up to 8.2.

What type of attack does CVE-2015-1108 enable?

CVE-2015-1108 enables physical attackers to make numerous passcode guesses without being locked out, increasing the risk of unauthorized access.

Is there a risk of data exposure with CVE-2015-1108?

Yes, CVE-2015-1108 poses a risk of data exposure as unauthorized users could gain access to sensitive information if they successfully guess the passcode.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2015-1108

low

2.1

CWE

200

10/4/2015

6/8/2024

CVE-2015-1108: Infoleak

First published: Fri Apr 10 2015(Updated: )

The Lock Screen component in Apple iOS before 8.3 does not properly enforce the limit on 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-2015-1108?
CVE-2015-1108 is classified as moderate severity due to its potential for unauthorized access through brute-force attacks on passcodes.
How do I fix CVE-2015-1108?
To mitigate CVE-2015-1108, update your Apple iOS device to version 8.3 or later, which addresses this vulnerability.
What versions of iOS are affected by CVE-2015-1108?
CVE-2015-1108 affects Apple iOS versions prior to 8.3, including all versions up to 8.2.
What type of attack does CVE-2015-1108 enable?
CVE-2015-1108 enables physical attackers to make numerous passcode guesses without being locked out, increasing the risk of unauthorized access.
Is there a risk of data exposure with CVE-2015-1108?
Yes, CVE-2015-1108 poses a risk of data exposure as unauthorized users could gain access to sensitive information if they successfully guess the passcode.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-1108?
CVE-2015-1108 is classified as moderate severity due to its potential for unauthorized access through brute-force attacks on passcodes.
How do I fix CVE-2015-1108?
To mitigate CVE-2015-1108, update your Apple iOS device to version 8.3 or later, which addresses this vulnerability.
What versions of iOS are affected by CVE-2015-1108?
CVE-2015-1108 affects Apple iOS versions prior to 8.3, including all versions up to 8.2.
What type of attack does CVE-2015-1108 enable?
CVE-2015-1108 enables physical attackers to make numerous passcode guesses without being locked out, increasing the risk of unauthorized access.
Is there a risk of data exposure with CVE-2015-1108?
Yes, CVE-2015-1108 poses a risk of data exposure as unauthorized users could gain access to sensitive information if they successfully guess the passcode.