Vulnerability Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in afc in AppleFileConduit in Apple iOS before 8.1.3 and Apple TV before 7.0.3 allows attackers to access unintended filesystem locations by creating a symlink.
CVSS Score
10.0
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | <= 8.1.2 |
| Apple | Tvos | <= 7.0.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Jan/msg00000.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Jan/msg00001.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/HT204245Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/HT204246Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/72334
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031652
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Jan/msg00000.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Jan/msg00001.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/HT204245Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/HT204246Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/72334
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031652
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-4480?
CVE-2014-4480 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). Directory traversal vulnerability in afc in AppleFileConduit in Apple iOS before 8.1.3 and Apple TV before 7.0.3 allows attackers to access unintended filesystem locations by creating a symlink.
How severe is CVE-2014-4480?
CVE-2014-4480 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-4480?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Iphone Os, Apple Tvos.