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6.9

Apple macOS before 10.10.4 lets local users load unsigned drivers

CVE-2015-3709 · published 11 years ago
Summary

On macOS versions older than 10.10.4, a timing issue in system tools can be tricked into accepting software that hasn't been properly signed. This could let someone with access to the computer install low‑level code that runs with full system privileges. Update the operating system to 10.10.4 or later, or apply any provided patches, to close the gap.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
apple mac_os_x <= 10.10.3
cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
Race condition in kext tools in Apple OS X before 10.10.4 allows local users to bypass intended signature requirements for kernel extensions by leveraging improper pathname validation.
Race condition in kext tools in Apple OS X before 10.10.4 allows local users to bypass intended signature requirements for kernel extensions by leveraging improper pathname validation.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Severity
6.9 Medium
Exploitation
<1% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-362Race Condition
Timeline
Published3 Jul 2015
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2015-3709 · NVD
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