CVE-2015-3798: Buffer Overflow
First published: Sun Aug 16 2015(Updated: )
The TRE library in Libc in Apple iOS before 8.4.1 and OS X before 10.10.5 allows context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via a crafted regular expression, a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-3796 and CVE-2015-3797.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| iOS | <=8.4 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | <=10.10.4 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Aug/msg00001.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Aug/msg00002.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/76343
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033275
- https://code.google.com/p/google-security-research/issues/detail?id=429
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT205030
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT205031
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/38262/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-3798?
CVE-2015-3798 is rated as having high severity due to its potential for executing arbitrary code and causing denial of service.
What versions are affected by CVE-2015-3798?
CVE-2015-3798 affects Apple iOS versions prior to 8.4.1 and OS X versions prior to 10.10.5.
How can I mitigate the risks of CVE-2015-3798?
To mitigate the risks of CVE-2015-3798, users should upgrade to the latest versions of iOS and macOS that are not affected.
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2015-3798?
CVE-2015-3798 allows context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code or trigger memory corruption and application crashes.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2015-3798?
Yes, Apple has released patches in iOS 8.4.1 and OS X 10.10.5 to address CVE-2015-3798.
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