Vulnerability Description
The "iCloud Find My Mac" feature in Apple OS X before 10.10 does not properly enforce rate limiting of lost-mode PIN entry, which makes it easier for physically proximate attackers to obtain access via a brute-force attack involving a series of reboots.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
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/70638
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031063
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/97636
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT6535Vendor Advisory
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2014-10/0101.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/70638
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031063
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/97636
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT6535Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-4435?
CVE-2014-4435 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.4 (MEDIUM). The "iCloud Find My Mac" feature in Apple OS X before 10.10 does not properly enforce rate limiting of lost-mode PIN entry, which makes it easier for physically proximate attackers to obtain access vi...
How severe is CVE-2014-4435?
CVE-2014-4435 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-4435?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X.