Vulnerability Description
The 802.1X subsystem in Apple iOS before 8 and Apple TV before 7 does not require strong authentication methods, which allows remote attackers to calculate credentials by offering LEAP authentication from a crafted Wi-Fi AP and then performing a cryptographic attack against the MS-CHAPv1 hash.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | <= 7.1.2 |
| Apple | Tvos | <= 6.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2014-09/0106.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2014-09/0107.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2014-10/0101.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6441
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6442
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/69882
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/69913
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030866
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/96097
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT6535Vendor Advisory
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2014-09/0106.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2014-09/0107.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2014-10/0101.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6441
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6442
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-4364?
CVE-2014-4364 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.6 (MEDIUM). The 802.1X subsystem in Apple iOS before 8 and Apple TV before 7 does not require strong authentication methods, which allows remote attackers to calculate credentials by offering LEAP authentication ...
How severe is CVE-2014-4364?
CVE-2014-4364 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-4364?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Iphone Os, Apple Tvos.