Vulnerability Description
The kernel in Apple iOS before 8.1.1 and Apple TV before 7.0.2 does not properly validate IOSharedDataQueue object metadata, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context via a crafted application.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | <= 8.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.10.1 |
| Apple | Tvos | <= 7.0.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2014/Nov/msg00000.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2014/Nov/msg00002.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Jan/msg00003.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/HT204244Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/71136
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031231
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/98774
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204418
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204420
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT6590Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT6592
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2014/Nov/msg00000.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2014/Nov/msg00002.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Jan/msg00003.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/HT204244Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-4461?
CVE-2014-4461 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). The kernel in Apple iOS before 8.1.1 and Apple TV before 7.0.2 does not properly validate IOSharedDataQueue object metadata, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context vi...
How severe is CVE-2014-4461?
CVE-2014-4461 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-2014-4461?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Iphone Os, Apple Mac Os X, Apple Tvos.