Vulnerability Description
Libnotify in Apple iOS before 8 and Apple TV before 7 lacks proper bounds checking on write operations, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary code as root via a crafted application.
CVSS Score
9.3
HIGH
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.9.4 |
| 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://secunia.com/advisories/61318
- 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/69931
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030866
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/96083
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2014-09/0106.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2014-09/0107.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/61318
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6441
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6442
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-4381?
CVE-2014-4381 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Libnotify in Apple iOS before 8 and Apple TV before 7 lacks proper bounds checking on write operations, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary code as root via a crafted application.
How severe is CVE-2014-4381?
CVE-2014-4381 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-4381?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X, Apple Iphone Os, Apple Tvos.