CVE-2015-1130

Name: CVE-2015-1130
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2015-04-10T14:59:43.073+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10Actively ExploitedEPSS 9.89%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-1130 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. 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.. CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 9.89% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

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.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

9.89%

95.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Exploitation Status

This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by Aug 10, 2022.

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Mac Os X	< 10.10.3

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Apr/msg00001.htmlBroken Link, Mailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://www.osvdb.org/120418Broken Link
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/73982Broken Link, Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1032048Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.apple.com/HT204659Vendor Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/36692/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Apr/msg00001.htmlBroken Link, Mailing List, Vendor Advisory
http://www.osvdb.org/120418Broken Link
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/73982Broken Link, Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1032048Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.apple.com/HT204659Vendor Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/36692/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2015-1130US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: Apr 10, 2015
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 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.

How severe is CVE-2015-1130?

CVE-2015-1130 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 9.89% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.

How do I fix CVE-2015-1130?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2015-1130?

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Source: NVD / NIST