CVE-2015-5859

MediumCVSS 4.3/10Last modified Jun 17, 2026

Description

The CFNetwork HTTPProtocol component in Apple iOS before 9 and OS X before 10.11 does not properly recognize the HSTS preload list during a Safari private-browsing session, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network.

Metrics

CVSS 2.0 4.3/10AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N

Weakness enumeration

CWE-200

Affected software

No affected versions have been published.

Timeline

Published
Nov 22, 2015
Last modified
Jun 17, 2026
NVD status
Modified

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CVE-2015-5859: Medium severity, CVSS 4.3 | Vulnix