CVE-2015-5748

Name: CVE-2015-5748
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2015-08-17T00:00:27.22+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.35%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-5748 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The kernel in Apple OS X before 10.10.5 does not properly mount HFS volumes, which allows local users to cause a denial of service via a crafted volume.. EPSS estimates a 0.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The kernel in Apple OS X before 10.10.5 does not properly mount HFS volumes, which allows local users to cause a denial of service via a crafted volume.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.35%

26.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-17

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Iphone Os	<= 8.4.1
Apple	Safari	<= 8.0.8
Apple	Mac Os X	<= 10.10.4

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Aug/msg00001.htmlVendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Sep/msg00001.htmlVendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Sep/msg00005.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/76340
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033276
https://support.apple.com/HT205212Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT205213Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/kb/HT205031Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Aug/msg00001.htmlVendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Sep/msg00001.htmlVendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Sep/msg00005.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/76340
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033276
https://support.apple.com/HT205212Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT205213Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/kb/HT205031Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Aug 17, 2015
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-5748?

The kernel in Apple OS X before 10.10.5 does not properly mount HFS volumes, which allows local users to cause a denial of service via a crafted volume.

How severe is CVE-2015-5748?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-5748 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-5748?

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-2015-5748?

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Source: NVD / NIST