Vulnerability Description
An unspecified IOHIDFamily function in Apple iOS before 8 and Apple TV before 7 lacks proper bounds checking to prevent reading of kernel pointers, which allows attackers to bypass the ASLR protection mechanism via a crafted application.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Tvos | <= 6.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.9.4 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | <= 7.1.2 |
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://support.apple.com/kb/HT6441
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6442
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6443Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/69882
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/69921
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030866
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/96080
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2014-09/0106.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2014-09/0107.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6441
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6442
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6443Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/69882
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-4379?
CVE-2014-4379 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.1 (HIGH). An unspecified IOHIDFamily function in Apple iOS before 8 and Apple TV before 7 lacks proper bounds checking to prevent reading of kernel pointers, which allows attackers to bypass the ASLR protection...
How severe is CVE-2014-4379?
CVE-2014-4379 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-4379?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Tvos, Apple Mac Os X, Apple Iphone Os.