CVE-2015-5882
HighSummary
The processor_set_tasks API implementation in Apple iOS before version 9 allows local users to bypass an entitlement protection mechanism and gain access to the task ports of arbitrary processes by leveraging root privileges.
Risk Assessment
Organizations may be exposed to unauthorized access to processes, potentially leading to data leakage or system takeover.
Recommendation
It is recommended to update iOS to the latest version to mitigate this vulnerability.
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- CVE-2019-8605HighActively exploited
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Original NVD description (English source)
The processor_set_tasks API implementation in Apple iOS before 9 allows local users to bypass an entitlement protection mechanism and obtain access to the task ports of arbitrary processes by leveraging root privileges.
Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS