CVE-2015-5878: Infoleak
Published Oct 9, 2015
·Updated
Notes in Apple OS X before 10.11 misparses links, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information via unspecified vectors.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Apple iOS and macOS<=10.10.5
Event History
Oct 9, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2015-5878?
CVE-2015-5878 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to expose sensitive information.
2
How do I fix CVE-2015-5878?
To remediate CVE-2015-5878, update your system to macOS 10.11 or later, where the vulnerability is resolved.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2015-5878?
CVE-2015-5878 affects users of Apple OS X versions prior to 10.11.
4
What types of information could be leaked due to CVE-2015-5878?
CVE-2015-5878 could allow local users to access sensitive data that is improperly parsed by the Notes application.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-5878 until I can update?
There are no known workarounds for CVE-2015-5878 aside from upgrading to a secure version of macOS.