Vulnerability in Apple Mac_os_x

CVE-2015-1130

The XPC implementation in Admin Framework in Apple OS X before 10.10.3 allows local users to bypass authentication and obtain admin privileges via unspecified vectors.

EPSS: 0.099 (95.0th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.

CVSS v3 metric

CVSS v3 base score 7.8 (High). Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H.

Affected products

Weakness classification (CWE)

CISA KEV (Known Exploited Vulnerabilities)

This CVE is on the CISA KEV catalog, added on . CISA KEV inclusion means CISA has confirmed in-the-wild exploitation; US federal agencies are required to remediate within a published due date.

BOD 22-01 due date: .

Required action: Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Public proof-of-concept exploits

References

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-1130?
CVE-2015-1130 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apple Mac_os_x, classified under Improper Link Resolution Before File Access. CVSS score: 7.8/10. Published 2015-04-10.
How severe is CVE-2015-1130?
High severity. CVSS v3 base score is 7.8 out of 10.
Is CVE-2015-1130 known to be exploited?
Yes. CVE-2015-1130 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog (added 2022-02-10), indicating it is being actively exploited. 13 public proof-of-concept repositories are indexed.