CVE-2015-7059: Buffer Overflow

Published Dec 11, 2015
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Updated

The ASN.1 decoder in Apple OS X before 10.11.2, tvOS before 9.1, and watchOS before 2.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted certificate, a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-7060 and CVE-2015-7061.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Apple WatchOS<=2.0
Apple tvOS<=9.0
Apple iOS and macOS<=10.11.1

Event History

Dec 11, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-7059?

CVE-2015-7059 has the potential for remote code execution and denial of service, indicating a high severity level.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-7059?

To fix CVE-2015-7059, upgrade to the latest version of Apple OS X, tvOS, or watchOS that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Which versions of Apple software are affected by CVE-2015-7059?

CVE-2015-7059 affects OS X versions prior to 10.11.2, tvOS versions prior to 9.1, and watchOS versions prior to 2.1.

4

What attack vectors exist for CVE-2015-7059?

CVE-2015-7059 can be exploited via crafted certificates, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause memory corruption.

5

Is CVE-2015-7059 the same as CVE-2015-7060 or CVE-2015-7061?

No, CVE-2015-7059 is a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-7060 and CVE-2015-7061.

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