CVE-2015-6996: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Oct 23 2015(Updated: )
IOAcceleratorFamily in Apple iOS before 9.1, OS X before 10.11.1, and watchOS before 2.0.1 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted app.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| iOS | <=9.0.2 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | <=10.11.0 | |
| Apple iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS | <=2.0.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Oct/msg00002.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Oct/msg00003.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Oct/msg00005.html
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033929
- https://support.apple.com/HT205370
- https://support.apple.com/HT205375
- https://support.apple.com/HT205378
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-6996?
CVE-2015-6996 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution or cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2015-6996?
To fix CVE-2015-6996, update affected devices to iOS 9.1, OS X 10.11.1, or watchOS 2.0.1 or later.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2015-6996?
CVE-2015-6996 affects iOS devices prior to version 9.1, OS X versions before 10.11.1, and watchOS versions before 2.0.1.
What type of attack does CVE-2015-6996 permit?
CVE-2015-6996 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or induce memory corruption leading to a denial of service.
Is there a known exploit for CVE-2015-6996?
While there is no specific public exploit documented for CVE-2015-6996, the vulnerability itself poses a significant risk.
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