Vulnerability Description
The Home & Lock Screen subsystem in Apple iOS before 8 does not properly restrict the private API for app prominence, which allows attackers to determine the frontmost app by leveraging access to a crafted background app.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | <= 7.1.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2014-09/0106.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6441
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/69882
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/69949
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030866
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/96094
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2014-09/0106.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6441
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/69882
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/69949
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030866
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/96094
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-4361?
CVE-2014-4361 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The Home & Lock Screen subsystem in Apple iOS before 8 does not properly restrict the private API for app prominence, which allows attackers to determine the frontmost app by leveraging access to a cr...
How severe is CVE-2014-4361?
CVE-2014-4361 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-2014-4361?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Iphone Os.