CVE-2015-7016

Name: CVE-2015-7016
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2015-10-23T21:59:50.893+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.38%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-7016 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The MCX Application Restrictions component in Apple OS X before 10.11.1, when Managed Configuration is enabled, mishandles provisioning profiles, which allows attackers to bypass intended entitlement restrictions and gain privileges via a crafted developer-signed app.. EPSS estimates a 1.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The MCX Application Restrictions component in Apple OS X before 10.11.1, when Managed Configuration is enabled, mishandles provisioning profiles, which allows attackers to bypass intended entitlement restrictions and gain privileges via a crafted developer-signed app.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.38%

68.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

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-2015-7016?

How severe is CVE-2015-7016?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-7016 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-7016?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST