CVE-2015-6984

Name: CVE-2015-6984
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2015-10-23T21:59:27.29+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.11%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-6984 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. libarchive in Apple OS X before 10.11.1 allows attackers to write to arbitrary files via a crafted app that conducts an unspecified symlink attack.. EPSS estimates a 1.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

libarchive in Apple OS X before 10.11.1 allows attackers to write to arbitrary files via a crafted app that conducts an unspecified symlink attack.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.11%

61.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-284

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Mac Os X	<= 10.11.0

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Oct/msg00005.htmlVendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT205375Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Oct/msg00005.htmlVendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT205375Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 23, 2015
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-6984?

libarchive in Apple OS X before 10.11.1 allows attackers to write to arbitrary files via a crafted app that conducts an unspecified symlink attack.

How severe is CVE-2015-6984?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-6984 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-6984?

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-2015-6984?

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Source: NVD / NIST