First published: Fri Sep 18 2015(Updated: )
WebKit, as used in Apple iOS before 9 and iTunes before 12.3, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via a crafted web site, a different vulnerability than other WebKit CVEs listed in APPLE-SA-2015-09-16-1 and APPLE-SA-2015-09-16-3.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
---|---|---|
iOS | <=8.4.1 | |
Apple iTunes for Windows | <=12.2 | |
Apple Mobile Safari | <=8.0.8 |
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CVE-2015-5809 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution and denial of service.
To fix CVE-2015-5809, update affected software, such as iOS to version 9 or later, iTunes to version 12.3 or later, and Safari to version 8.1 or later.
CVE-2015-5809 affects Apple iPhone OS versions up to 8.4.1, iTunes versions up to 12.2, and Safari versions up to 8.0.8.
CVE-2015-5809 is associated with memory corruption vulnerabilities that can lead to application crashes or arbitrary code execution.
Yes, CVE-2015-5809 can be exploited remotely through crafted websites.