CVE-2015-5840:CVE-2015-5840: Denial of service vulnerability in Apple iOS before version 9

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The checkint division routines in removefile in Apple iOS before version 9 allow attackers to cause a denial of service (overflow fault and app crash) via crafted data.

Overview

This CVE describes a vulnerability in Apple iOS that could be exploited by attackers to cause a denial of service by triggering an overflow fault and crashing the affected application. The vulnerability exists in the checkint division routines in the removefile function prior to the release of Apple iOS version 9.

Remediation

To remediate this vulnerability, users are advised to update their Apple iOS devices to version 9 or later. Apple has released security advisories (APPLE-SA-2015-09-30-3, APPLE-SA-2015-09-21-1, APPLE-SA-2015-09-16-1) addressing this issue. Users should apply the necessary updates as recommended by Apple to mitigate the risk of exploitation.

References

  1. SecurityTracker: http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033609
  2. Apple Support Advisory - HT205212: https://support.apple.com/HT205212
  3. Apple Security Advisory - APPLE-SA-2015-09-30-3: http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Sep/msg00008.html
  4. SecurityFocus BID: http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/76764
  5. Apple Support Advisory - HT205267: https://support.apple.com/HT205267
  6. Apple Security Advisory - APPLE-SA-2015-09-21-1: http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Sep/msg00005.html
  7. Apple Support Advisory - HT205213: https://support.apple.com/HT205213
  8. Apple Security Advisory - APPLE-SA-2015-09-16-1: http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Sep/msg00001.html

Industry ExposureMost to least
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.

  1. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  2. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  3. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  4. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  5. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  6. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  7. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  8. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  9. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  10. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  11. Information
    Information
  12. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  13. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  14. Mining
    Mining
  15. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade
  16. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  17. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  18. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  19. Construction
    Construction
  20. Utilities
    Utilities

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