Vulnerability Description
Dock in Apple OS X before 10.10 does not properly manage the screen-lock state, which allows physically proximate attackers to view windows by leveraging an unattended workstation.
CVSS Score
2.1
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
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://www.securityfocus.com/bid/70633
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031063
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/97638
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT6535Vendor Advisory
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2014-10/0101.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/70633
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031063
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/97638
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT6535Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-4431?
CVE-2014-4431 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). Dock in Apple OS X before 10.10 does not properly manage the screen-lock state, which allows physically proximate attackers to view windows by leveraging an unattended workstation.
How severe is CVE-2014-4431?
CVE-2014-4431 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-4431?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X.