CVE-2015-7995
UnknownEPSS 4.16%
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CVE-2015-7995 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The xsltStylePreCompute function in preproc.c in libxslt 1.1.28 does not check if the parent node is an element, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted XML file, related to a "type confusion" issue.. EPSS estimates a 4.16% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The xsltStylePreCompute function in preproc.c in libxslt 1.1.28 does not check if the parent node is an element, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted XML file, related to a "type confusion" issue.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | <= 9.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.11.2 |
| Apple | Tvos | <= 9.1 |
| Apple | Watchos | <= 2.1 |
| Xmlsoft | Libxslt | <= 1.1.28 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/HT206168Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT206168Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-7995?
The xsltStylePreCompute function in preproc.c in libxslt 1.1.28 does not check if the parent node is an element, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted XML file, related to a "type confusion" issue.
How severe is CVE-2015-7995?
Severity scoring for CVE-2015-7995 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.16% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-7995?
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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