CVE Catalog

CVE-2015-6986

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

CVE-2015-6986 affects the graphics driver in iOS versions prior to 9.1, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted app that leverages an unspecified 'type confusion' vulnerability.

Risk Assessment

This vulnerability could allow an attacker to gain control over the device, posing a significant risk to user data security.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update iOS to version 9.1 or later to mitigate this vulnerability.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

com.apple.driver.AppleVXD393 in the Graphics Driver subsystem in Apple iOS before 9.1 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted app that leverages an unspecified "type confusion."

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS