CVE-2015-1117: Medium severity iphone os vulnerability

Published Apr 10, 2015
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Updated

The (1) setreuid and (2) setregid system-call implementations in the kernel in Apple iOS before 8.3, Apple OS X before 10.10.3, and Apple TV before 7.2 do not properly perform privilege drops, which makes it easier for attackers to execute code with unintended user or group privileges via a crafted app.

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-2015-1117?

CVE-2015-1117 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to improper privilege drops in Apple's operating systems.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-1117?

To fix CVE-2015-1117, upgrade your device to at least iOS 8.3, macOS 10.10.3, or tvOS 7.2.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2015-1117?

CVE-2015-1117 affects Apple iOS versions prior to 8.3, macOS versions before 10.10.3, and tvOS versions before 7.2.

4

Can CVE-2015-1117 allow remote code execution?

Yes, CVE-2015-1117 can allow attackers to execute code with unintended user or group privileges.

5

What systems are impacted by CVE-2015-1117?

CVE-2015-1117 impacts iPhones, iPads, Macs, and Apple TVs running the affected software versions.

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