CVE-2015-7079

Name: CVE-2015-7079
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2015-12-11T11:59:44.547+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.60%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-7079 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. dyld in Apple iOS before 9.2 and tvOS before 9.1 mishandles segment validation, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context via a crafted app.. EPSS estimates a 2.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

dyld in Apple iOS before 9.2 and tvOS before 9.1 mishandles segment validation, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context via a crafted app.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.60%

83.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Tvos	<= 9.0
Apple	Iphone Os	<= 9.1

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Dec/msg00000.htmlVendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Dec/msg00001.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034348
https://support.apple.com/HT205635Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT205640Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Dec/msg00000.htmlVendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Dec/msg00001.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034348
https://support.apple.com/HT205635Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT205640Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 11, 2015
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-7079?

dyld in Apple iOS before 9.2 and tvOS before 9.1 mishandles segment validation, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context via a crafted app.

How severe is CVE-2015-7079?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-7079 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.60% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-7079?

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-2015-7079?

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Source: NVD / NIST