CVE-2015-5857: Medium severity iphone os vulnerability
Published Sep 18, 2015
·Updated
Mail in Apple iOS before 9 allows remote attackers to use an address-book contact as a spoofed e-mail sender address via unspecified vectors.
Affected Software
1 affected component
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-2015-5857?
CVE-2015-5857 has been rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for spoofing email sender addresses.
2
How do I fix CVE-2015-5857?
To fix CVE-2015-5857, update your Apple iOS to version 9 or later as this vulnerability is addressed in those updates.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2015-5857?
CVE-2015-5857 affects users of Apple iOS prior to version 9, specifically those on versions up to and including 8.4.1.
4
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2015-5857?
CVE-2015-5857 is associated with remote attacks that exploit an address-book contact to spoof email sender addresses.
5
Are there any known exploits for CVE-2015-5857?
While there are no widely reported exploits for CVE-2015-5857, the potential for spoofing poses a risk to user communication.