CVE-2015-7109: Buffer Overflow
IOAcceleratorFamily in Apple OS X before 10.11.2 and tvOS before 9.1 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted app.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-7109?
CVE-2015-7109 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary code execution and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2015-7109?
To fix CVE-2015-7109, users should update their Apple OS X to version 10.11.2 or later and ensure that their tvOS is updated to version 9.1 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2015-7109?
CVE-2015-7109 affects Apple OS X versions prior to 10.11.2 and tvOS versions before 9.1.
What types of attacks can CVE-2015-7109 facilitate?
CVE-2015-7109 can facilitate attacks that lead to arbitrary code execution in a privileged context and cause memory corruption leading to denial of service.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-7109?
There are no known workarounds for CVE-2015-7109 other than applying the recommended software updates.