Vulnerability Description
An unspecified IOAcceleratorFamily function in Apple OS X before 10.9.5 lacks proper bounds checking on read operations, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context via a crafted application.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.9 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6443Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/69925
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030868
- https://code.google.com/p/google-security-research/issues/detail?id=33
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/96063
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6443Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/69925
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030868
- https://code.google.com/p/google-security-research/issues/detail?id=33
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/96063
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-4402?
CVE-2014-4402 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). An unspecified IOAcceleratorFamily function in Apple OS X before 10.9.5 lacks proper bounds checking on read operations, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context via a ...
How severe is CVE-2014-4402?
CVE-2014-4402 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-2014-4402?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X.