CVE-2015-7017
HighSummary
CoreText in Apple iOS before 9.1, OS X before 10.11.1, and iTunes before 12.3.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted font file.
Risk Assessment
This vulnerability may lead to serious consequences, including system takeover or disruption of service. Organizations should be aware of the risks associated with using outdated software versions.
Recommendation
It is recommended to update systems to the latest versions to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability. Regular monitoring and updating of software is crucial for maintaining security.
Other vulnerabilities in CoreText
See all- CVE-2017-13825High
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products, including macOS before 10.13.1, related to the 'CoreText' component. It allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service via a crafted font file.
- CVE-2017-2461High
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products related to the 'CoreText' component. Affects iOS before 10.3, macOS before 10.12.4, tvOS before 10.2, and watchOS before 3.2, allowing remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted text message.
- CVE-2017-2450High
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products, including iOS before 10.3, macOS before 10.12.4, tvOS before 10.2, and watchOS before 3.2, involving the 'CoreText' component. It allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information or cause a denial of service via a crafted font file.
- CVE-2017-2435High
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products related to the 'CoreText' component. Affects iOS versions before 10.3, macOS before 10.12.4, tvOS before 10.2, and watchOS before 3.2, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service via a crafted font file.
- CVE-2016-7667High
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products, including iOS before 10.2 and macOS before 10.12.2, related to the 'CoreText' component. It allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted string.
- CVE-2016-7595High
An issue was discovered in certain Apple products, including iOS before 10.2, macOS before 10.12.2, and watchOS before 3.1.3, involving the 'CoreText' component. It allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service via a crafted font.
- CVE-2015-6992High
CoreText in Apple iOS before 9.1, OS X before 10.11.1, and iTunes before 12.3.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted font file.
- CVE-2015-6975High
CoreText in Apple iOS before 9.1, OS X before 10.11.1, and iTunes before 12.3.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted font file.
Original NVD description (English source)
CoreText in Apple iOS before 9.1, OS X before 10.11.1, and iTunes before 12.3.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted font file, a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-6975 and CVE-2015-6992.