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CVE-2015-3716: Spotlight in Apple OS X before 10.10.4 allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a crafted name of...

Spotlight in Apple OS X before 10.10.4 allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a crafted name of a photo file within the local photo library.

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This is an Apple OS X Spotlight issue fixed in OS X 10.10.4. A specially named photo file inside a local photo library could cause arbitrary commands to run. Business risk is mainly older, unpatched Macs where users or workflows ingest photo files into local libraries. Exposure appears limited to Apple OS X systems older than 10.10.4 with Spotlight processing local photo libraries. Modern patched systems should not be assumed affected from these sources. Prioritize remediation where legacy Macs remain in business use. This is not KEV-listed in the provided bundle, but arbitrary command execution on endpoints can create meaningful operational risk if old OS X systems still process untrusted photos. Mitigation focus: Update affected OS X systems to 10.10.4 or later.; Check Apple advisory HT204942 for vendor-supported remediation details.; Identify and retire unsupported legacy OS X endpoints..

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