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CVE-2016-1815 is an Apple OS X graphics-related kernel component flaw. A malicious app could trigger memory corruption, potentially gaining privileged code execution or crashing the system. The main business risk is legacy Mac systems that have not been updated past OS X 10.11.5. Exposure is likely limited to Macs running Apple OS X versions earlier than 10.11.5 where an attacker can get a crafted app executed. Fully updated systems at or beyond OS X 10.11.5 are the remediation target indicated by the sources. Treat this as a legacy Apple endpoint hygiene issue with high technical impact but no supplied evidence of active exploitation. Remediate remaining pre-10.11.5 Macs promptly, especially in environments where users can install or run unmanaged applications. Mitigation focus: Upgrade affected Macs to OS X 10.11.5 or later supported macOS releases.; Prioritize legacy Macs that still run pre-10.11.5 operating systems.; Block or restrict execution of untrusted applications on legacy endpoints..
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- https://support.apple.com/HT206567CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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