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Critical
CVE-2015-5754
Race condition in runner in Install.framework in the Install Framework...
Vulnerability Description
Race condition in runner in Install.framework in the Install Framework Legacy component in Apple OS X before 10.10.5 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context via a crafted app that leverages incorrect privilege dropping associated with a locking error.
Impact Analysis
Refer to official advisory for detailed impact metrics.
Remediation
Ensure systems are updated to the latest vendor-supplied patch levels.
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Credits & Attribution
No credits recorded in the NVD database.
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/133550/OS-X-Suid-Privilege-Escalation.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/76340
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Aug/msg00001.html
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT205031
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/38136/
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033276
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Vulnerable Versions:
0
Timeline
Official Publish:
August 16th, 2015
Last Modified:
August 6th, 2024
Added to House:
July 19th, 2026
CVSS Vectors
Weaknesses (CWE)
No CWE data available
MITRE ATT&CK TTPs
No associated TTPs found for this vulnerability.