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MEDIUM · 5.0

CVE-2014-1297

WebKit, as used in Apple Safari before 6.1.3 and 7.x before 7.0.3, does not properly validate WebProcess IPC messages, which allows remote attackers to bypass a sandbox protection mechanism and read a...

Vulnerability Description

WebKit, as used in Apple Safari before 6.1.3 and 7.x before 7.0.3, does not properly validate WebProcess IPC messages, which allows remote attackers to bypass a sandbox protection mechanism and read arbitrary files by leveraging WebProcess access.

CVSS Score

5.0

MEDIUM

AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Confidentiality
PARTIAL
Integrity
NONE
Availability
NONE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
AppleSafari<= 6.1.2

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-20

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2014-1297?

CVE-2014-1297 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). WebKit, as used in Apple Safari before 6.1.3 and 7.x before 7.0.3, does not properly validate WebProcess IPC messages, which allows remote attackers to bypass a sandbox protection mechanism and read a...

How severe is CVE-2014-1297?

CVE-2014-1297 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2014-1297?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Safari.