CVE-2015-3775: High severity apple ios and macos vulnerability
Published Aug 16, 2015
·Updated
Apple OS X before 10.10.5 does not properly implement authentication, which allows local users to obtain admin privileges via unspecified vectors.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Apple iOS and macOS<=10.10.4
Event History
Aug 16, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2015-3775?
CVE-2015-3775 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow unauthorized local users to gain admin privileges.
2
How do I fix CVE-2015-3775?
To fix CVE-2015-3775, upgrade your OS X to version 10.10.5 or later.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2015-3775?
CVE-2015-3775 affects users of Apple OS X versions prior to 10.10.5.
4
What types of exploits are possible with CVE-2015-3775?
CVE-2015-3775 can be exploited by local users to gain escalated privileges on the affected system.
5
When was CVE-2015-3775 disclosed?
CVE-2015-3775 was disclosed in August 2015.