CVE-2015-3720 json
The kernel in Apple OS X before 10.10.4 does not properly manage memory in kernel-extension APIs, which allows attackers to obtain sensitiv…
published 2015-07-03 11 y ago modified 2026-06-17 4 mo ago also EUVD-2015-3756
- cvss
- 4.3
- version 2.0, NVD
- cisa kev
- Not listed
- not in CISA's catalog
- epss
- 1.3%
- EPSS 1.3% chance of exploitation in 30 days, percentile 70%
- public exploits
- 0
- none known
Summary
The kernel in Apple OS X before 10.10.4 does not properly manage memory in kernel-extension APIs, which allows attackers to obtain sensitive memory-layout information via a crafted app.
Patch / fix
Exploit prediction
1.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days, higher than 70% of all scored CVEs (FIRST EPSS, 2026-11-09).
CVSS scores
| assigned by | version | score | vector |
|---|---|---|---|
| NVD | 2.0 | 4.3 | AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N |
Classification
- Weakness
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- CWE-200 Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor
References
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lists.apple.com
/archives/security-announce/2015/Jun/msg00002.html
vendor-advisory, patch
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support.apple.com
/kb/HT204942
vendor-advisory
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securityfocus.com
/bid/75493
vdb-entry
Sources
- CVE List CVE-2015-3720
- NVD CVE-2015-3720
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