CVE-2015-7053:This CVE (CVE-2015-7053) identifies a vulnerability in Apple's ImageIO, affecting iOS versions before 9.2, OS X before 10.11.2, tvOS before 9.1, and watchOS before 2.1. The vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted image.

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The vulnerability in Apple's ImageIO, as identified by CVE-2015-7053, is a serious security issue. It affects various Apple operating systems including iOS before 9.2, OS X before 10.11.2, tvOS before 9.1, and watchOS before 2.1. The vulnerability can be exploited by remote attackers who can execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) by using a specially crafted image. This could potentially allow an attacker to gain unauthorized access to the system or disrupt the system's operations.

Overview

The vulnerability was first made public on December 8, 2015. It is a serious issue as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service. The vulnerability lies in the ImageIO component of various Apple operating systems. The affected versions are iOS before 9.2, OS X before 10.11.2, tvOS before 9.1, and watchOS before 2.1. The vulnerability can be exploited by using a specially crafted image.

Remediation

Users of the affected Apple operating systems are advised to update to the latest versions to mitigate the vulnerability. Apple has released updates to address this issue. Users should ensure that they are running iOS 9.2 or later, OS X 10.11.2 or later, tvOS 9.1 or later, and watchOS 2.1 or later.

References

For more information, users can refer to the following links:

  1. Apple Support
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  3. Security Tracker
  4. Apple Security Announce
  5. Apple Security Announce
  6. Security Focus
  7. Apple Security Announce
  8. Apple Support
  9. Apple Support
  10. Apple Security Announce

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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.

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  2. Manufacturing
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  3. Public Administration
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  4. Educational Services
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  5. Transportation & Warehousing
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  6. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
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  7. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  8. Retail Trade
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  9. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  10. Information
    Information
  11. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  12. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  13. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  14. Mining
    Mining
  15. Wholesale Trade
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  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
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  20. Utilities
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