Vulnerability Description
Bluetooth in Apple OS X before 10.10 does not require encryption for HID Low Energy devices, which allows remote attackers to spoof a device by leveraging previous pairing.
CVSS Score
5.4
MEDIUM
AV:A/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.9.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2014-10/0101.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/61825
- http://secunia.com/advisories/61827
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/533746
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/533747
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/70636
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031063
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/97641
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT6535Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT6541
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT6542
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2014-10/0101.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/61825
- http://secunia.com/advisories/61827
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/533746
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-4428?
CVE-2014-4428 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.4 (MEDIUM). Bluetooth in Apple OS X before 10.10 does not require encryption for HID Low Energy devices, which allows remote attackers to spoof a device by leveraging previous pairing.
How severe is CVE-2014-4428?
CVE-2014-4428 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-4428?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X.