CVE-2015-5840: Buffer Overflow
Published Sep 18, 2015
·Updated
The checkint division routines in removefile in Apple iOS before 9 allow attackers to cause a denial of service (overflow fault and app crash) via crafted data.
Affected Software
3 affected components
Apple iOS and macOS<=10.10.5
Apple WatchOS=1.0
Apple iPhone OS<=8.4.1
Event History
Sep 18, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2015-5840?
CVE-2015-5840 is categorized as a denial of service vulnerability impacting Apple iOS versions prior to 9.
2
How do I fix CVE-2015-5840?
To fix CVE-2015-5840, update your affected Apple device to the latest version of iOS, macOS, or watchOS.
3
Which versions are affected by CVE-2015-5840?
CVE-2015-5840 affects Apple iPhone OS versions up to 8.4.1, macOS versions up to 10.10.5, and watchOS version 1.0.
4
What type of attack does CVE-2015-5840 allow?
CVE-2015-5840 allows attackers to launch a denial of service attack, resulting in an application crash due to overflow faults.
5
When was CVE-2015-5840 reported?
CVE-2015-5840 was reported in September 2015.