Vulnerability Description
Apple iTunes before 11.2.1 on OS X sets world-writable permissions for /Users and /Users/Shared during reboots, which allows local users to modify files, and consequently obtain access to arbitrary user accounts, via standard filesystem operations.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Itunes | <= 11.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6251Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6251Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-1347?
CVE-2014-1347 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.4 (MEDIUM). Apple iTunes before 11.2.1 on OS X sets world-writable permissions for /Users and /Users/Shared during reboots, which allows local users to modify files, and consequently obtain access to arbitrary us...
How severe is CVE-2014-1347?
CVE-2014-1347 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-1347?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Itunes, Apple Mac Os X.