CVE-2015-7061: 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-2015-7059 and CVE-2015-7060.

Affected Software

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

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-2015-7061?

CVE-2015-7061 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution and denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-7061?

To fix CVE-2015-7061, update your Apple operating system to the latest version as recommended by Apple.

3

Which versions are affected by CVE-2015-7061?

CVE-2015-7061 affects Apple OS X versions prior to 10.11.2, tvOS versions prior to 9.1, and watchOS versions prior to 2.1.

4

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2015-7061?

CVE-2015-7061 can be exploited through crafted certificates leading to memory corruption or remote code execution.

5

Is CVE-2015-7061 specific to any Apple products?

Yes, CVE-2015-7061 specifically impacts Apple OS X, tvOS, and watchOS.

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