CVE-2015-7042: Medium severity apple ios and macos 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-2015-7040, CVE-2015-7041, and CVE-2015-7043.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-7042?
CVE-2015-7042 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability that can lead to a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2015-7042?
To fix CVE-2015-7042, users should update their Apple devices to the latest available version of iOS, OS X, tvOS, or watchOS.
What versions are affected by CVE-2015-7042?
CVE-2015-7042 affects Apple 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.
Can CVE-2015-7042 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2015-7042 can be exploited by attackers through a crafted app, potentially leading to a denial of service.
What types of devices are impacted by CVE-2015-7042?
CVE-2015-7042 impacts Apple devices running iOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS.