CVE-2015-5784: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2015-5784: runner in Install.framework in the Install Framework Legacy component in Apple OS X before 10.10.5 does not...

runner in Install.framework in the Install Framework Legacy component in Apple OS X before 10.10.5 does not properly drop privileges, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context via a crafted app.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 06:59 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE-2015-5784 is an Apple OS X privilege-handling flaw in Install.framework’s Legacy component. On OS X before 10.10.5, a crafted app could cause installer-related code to run with elevated privileges. This matters mainly for legacy Macs that can still run untrusted apps. Exposure is limited to Apple OS X versions before 10.10.5, especially unmanaged or legacy Macs. Modern macOS systems should not be assumed affected from these sources alone. Treat this as high priority only where legacy OS X systems remain in use. For fully updated fleets, urgency is lower, but unsupported Macs should be remediated or retired. Mitigation focus: Update affected OS X systems to 10.10.5 or later where possible.; Review Apple advisory HT205031 for vendor-confirmed remediation details.; Retire or isolate systems that cannot receive the Apple update..

Prepared: Jun 13, 2026, 22:03 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Aug 16, 2015, 23:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://support.apple.com/kb/HT205031CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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