CVE-2015-5754

Name: CVE-2015-5754
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2015-08-17T00:00:35.267+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 7.42%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-5754 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Race condition in runner in Install.framework in the Install Framework Legacy component in Apple OS X before 10.10.5 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context via a crafted app that leverages incorrect privilege dropping associated with a locking error.. EPSS estimates a 7.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Race condition in runner in Install.framework in the Install Framework Legacy component in Apple OS X before 10.10.5 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context via a crafted app that leverages incorrect privilege dropping associated with a locking error.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

7.42%

93.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-362

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Mac Os X	<= 10.10.4

References

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-5754?

How severe is CVE-2015-5754?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-5754 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 7.42% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-5754?

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Source: NVD / NIST