CVE-2015-7007
HighPublic exploitScript Editor in Apple OS X before 10.11.1 allows remote attackers to bypass an intended user-confirmation requirement for AppleScript execution via unspecified vectors.
Published Oct 23, 2015 · Updated May 6, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2015-7007 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.5 v2) affecting Mac OS X (Apple).
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 53% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Mac OS X 10.11.0.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
CVSS v2
7.5
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
53%
Higher than 98.9% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
No known
Not in a known-exploited catalog
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
Script Editor in Apple OS X before 10.11.1 allows remote attackers to bypass an intended user-confirmation requirement for AppleScript execution via unspecified vectors.
Affected Products
1 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Mac OS XApple | See advisory | 10.11.0 |
Patched Releases
Mac OS X
10.11.0
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Oct 23, 2015
Last updated
May 6, 2026
References
- advisoryAPPLE-SA-2015-10-21-4
- advisoryhttps://support.apple.com/HT205375
- exploitMSF safari_user_assisted_applescript_exec.rb
- exploitExploitDB-38535
- otherhttp://packetstormsecurity.com/files/134072/Safari-User-Assisted-Applescript-Exec-Attack.html
FAQ
Common Questions.
Script Editor in Apple OS X before 10.11.1 allows remote attackers to bypass an intended user-confirmation requirement for AppleScript execution via unspecified vectors.
Affected: Mac OS X (Apple). The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Mac OS X 10.11.0.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
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