CVE-2015-7024

Name: CVE-2015-7024
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-01-11T11:59:01.48+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.37%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-7024 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Untrusted search path vulnerability in Apple OS X before 10.11.1 allows local users to bypass intended Gatekeeper restrictions and gain privileges via a Trojan horse program that is loaded from an unexpected directory by an application that has a valid Apple digital signature.. EPSS estimates a 0.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Untrusted search path vulnerability in Apple OS X before 10.11.1 allows local users to bypass intended Gatekeeper restrictions and gain privileges via a Trojan horse program that is loaded from an unexpected directory by an application that has a valid Apple digital signature.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.37%

28.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

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: Jan 11, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-7024?

How severe is CVE-2015-7024?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-7024 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-7024?

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