CVE-2015-3769: IOFireWireFamily in Apple OS X before 10.10.5 allows local users to gain privileges or cause a denial of se...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2015-3769 is an Apple OS X flaw in IOFireWireFamily fixed before OS X 10.10.5. A local user could gain privileges or crash the system through memory corruption. The sources do not describe remote exploitation, affected hardware specifics, or public exploitation. Exposure is limited to Apple OS X systems running versions earlier than 10.10.5. Organizations with legacy Mac endpoints, lab systems, kiosks, or unmanaged devices should verify version inventory. Prioritize remediation if any pre-10.10.5 OS X systems remain in business use. The flaw is local, not described as remotely exploitable, but privilege escalation can turn ordinary account access into system compromise. Mitigation focus: Identify Apple OS X hosts running versions earlier than 10.10.5.; Apply Apple OS X 10.10.5 or later vendor guidance where applicable.; Restrict local user access on affected systems until remediated..

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Jun 13, 2026, 22:22 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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