Vulnerability Description
The mach_port_kobject interface in the kernel in Apple iOS before 8.1.3 and Apple TV before 7.0.3 does not properly restrict kernel-address and heap-permutation information, which makes it easier for attackers to bypass the ASLR protection mechanism via a crafted app.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
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.htmlMailing ListVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Jan/msg00001.htmlMailing ListVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Mar/msg00002.htmlMailing ListVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/HT204245Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/HT204246Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/72334
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031652Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://support.apple.com/HT204413Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Jan/msg00000.htmlMailing ListVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Jan/msg00001.htmlMailing ListVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Mar/msg00002.htmlMailing ListVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/HT204245Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/HT204246Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/72334
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031652Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-4496?
CVE-2014-4496 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The mach_port_kobject interface in the kernel in Apple iOS before 8.1.3 and Apple TV before 7.0.3 does not properly restrict kernel-address and heap-permutation information, which makes it easier for ...
How severe is CVE-2014-4496?
CVE-2014-4496 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-4496?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Iphone Os, Apple Tvos.