7.2
CWE
284
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2015-3806

First published: Sun Aug 16 2015(Updated: )

Apple iOS before 8.4.1 and OS X before 10.10.5 allow local users to bypass a code-signing protection mechanism by appending code to a crafted executable file.

Credit: product-security@apple.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
iPhone OS<=8.4
Apple iOS and macOS<=10.10.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2015-3806?

    CVE-2015-3806 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for exploitation by local users.

  • How do I fix CVE-2015-3806?

    To fix CVE-2015-3806, update your iOS devices to version 8.4.1 or higher, and your macOS to version 10.10.5 or higher.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2015-3806?

    CVE-2015-3806 affects Apple iOS versions before 8.4.1 and macOS versions before 10.10.5.

  • Can local users exploit CVE-2015-3806?

    Yes, local users can exploit CVE-2015-3806 to bypass code-signing protections on affected systems.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-3806?

    CVE-2015-3806 is a code-signing bypass vulnerability that affects file execution security.

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