CVE-2015-7040: Medium severity iphone os vulnerability
The kernel in Apple iOS before 9.2, OS X before 10.11.2, tvOS before 9.1, and watchOS before 2.1 allows attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted app, a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-7041, CVE-2015-7042, and CVE-2015-7043.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-7040?
CVE-2015-7040 has been classified with a severity that allows for denial of service attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2015-7040?
To fix CVE-2015-7040, update your Apple devices to the latest software versions: iOS 9.2 or later, OS X 10.11.2 or later, tvOS 9.1 or later, and watchOS 2.1 or later.
Which versions of software are affected by CVE-2015-7040?
CVE-2015-7040 affects iOS versions prior to 9.2, OS X versions prior to 10.11.2, tvOS versions prior to 9.1, and watchOS versions prior to 2.1.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2015-7040?
CVE-2015-7040 is associated with denial of service attacks caused by a crafted application.
Who can be impacted by CVE-2015-7040?
Users of Apple devices running the affected versions of iOS, OS X, tvOS, or watchOS can be impacted by CVE-2015-7040.