CVE-2015-5893: Infoleak

Published Oct 9, 2015
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Updated

SMBClient in SMB in Apple OS X before 10.11 allows local users to obtain sensitive kernel memory-layout 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-2015-5893?

CVE-2015-5893 has been rated as a medium severity vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-5893?

To fix CVE-2015-5893, update your OS to macOS 10.11 or later.

3

What does CVE-2015-5893 affect?

CVE-2015-5893 affects SMBClient in Apple OS X versions prior to 10.11.

4

What type of information can be obtained via CVE-2015-5893?

CVE-2015-5893 allows local users to obtain sensitive kernel memory-layout information.

5

Is CVE-2015-5893 a local or remote vulnerability?

CVE-2015-5893 is a local vulnerability affecting users with local access.

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