CVE-2015-7056
Overview
CVE-2015-7056 is a known-severity vulnerability affecting apple xcode. It was published on December 11, 2015.
Technical Description
IDE SCM in Apple Xcode before 7.2 does not recognize .gitignore files, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information in opportunistic circumstances by leveraging the presence of a file matching an ignore pattern.
Remediation
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from apple. Update xcode to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| apple | xcode | 0 | Affected |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-7056?
CVE-2015-7056 is a known-severity vulnerability affecting apple xcode. It was published on December 11, 2015.
How severe is CVE-2015-7056?
CVSS score information is not yet available for this vulnerability. Check back as the CVE record is updated by NVD analysts.
How do I fix or remediate CVE-2015-7056?
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from apple. Update xcode to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
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